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Rheumatoid Arthritis Program
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects joints and other organs. We take a team-based approach to creating personalized care plans using advanced treatments to help slow or stop joint damage.
World-renowned rheumatoid arthritis care
Patients worldwide trust Mass General Brigham rheumatologists for expert rheumatoid arthritis care. Building on a strong foundation of clinical excellence and innovative research, our team delivers personalized treatment focused on reducing symptoms, protecting joint function, and improving quality of life for people living with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Part of Rheumatology, Inflammation, and Immunity
Our approach to rheumatoid arthritis care
We offer the latest treatments with a personalized approach to ease symptoms and protect your joints.
Team-based approach to care
Rheumatoid arthritis can increase the risk of other conditions, including heart disease. Our rheumatologists work together with your primary care doctor, physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons, and other specialists to support your overall health.
Personalized treatment plans
Rheumatoid arthritis changes over time, and symptoms can vary. We keep a close eye on your symptoms, test results, and treatments so we can adjust your treatment plan, help you reach remission, and prevent long-term joint damage.
Experience that matters
Early and accurate diagnosis makes all the difference in preventing joint damage from rheumatoid arthritis. Our team has the training and experience to quickly spot early signs of rheumatoid arthritis, make a precise diagnosis, and start effective treatment quickly.
Research that drives better care
We help improve the quality of life for people with rheumatoid arthritis through ongoing research. Our team studies what causes the disease, how to detect it earlier, how joints are damaged by the disease, which medications can change its course, and how to personalize treatment using scientific markers of disease.
Treatment that evolves with your needs
We provide the latest treatments for all stages of rheumatoid arthritis. Our team uses musculoskeletal ultrasound to support diagnosis and guide injections, and we prioritize early therapy to protect joint health. For more advanced diseases, we coordinate care with rehabilitation and orthopedic specialists to help you stay active with minimal limitations.
Contact the Rheumatoid Arthritis Program
Call us to speak with a team member who can help you understand your options and guide you to the care that is right for you. With locations throughout New England and support for patients traveling from outside the United States, we make it easier to access coordinated, expert care.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
617-726-7938
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
617-732-5325
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