Johns Hopkins Rheumatology

We are honored to be recognized by our peers as one of the top rheumatology divisions in the country. Our faculty, trainees and staff are driven by our mission to provide outstanding patient-centered care, while teaching the next generation of rheumatologists and partnering with our patients to study and unravel complex rheumatic diseases. We are grateful to our patients for supporting our scientific endeavors, including study of the causes and mechanisms of rheumatic diseases, better screening and treatment approaches, and tools to develop personalized medicine strategies in rheumatology.

On March 15 in partnership with Genomic Sciences and Precision Medicine, ’s Hospital of Wisconsin, and Hopkins, we’re proud to present “Rare Storytellers: Meet Peter Frampton” at 2 pm CT! Hear from Frampton himself and get ready to rock with !! https://bit.ly/3KvXVYj

Cold weather can be difficult for those living with a rheumatic disease. Flares, falls, and pain may happen. Here are 5 tips to help you avoid these challenging symptoms:

1. Pay attention to your surroundings
2. Wear supportive shoes with good tread
3. Wear compression gloves
4. Take care while shoveling
5. Stay active

Navigating Winter Weather: 5 Tips for Arthritis Patients Cold weather can be difficult for those living with a rheumatic disease. Flares, falls, and pain may happen. Here are 5 tips to help you avoid these challeng...

Exercise, stress management, and open communication with your rheumatologist can help you live a healthy, normal life with RA. In our final video of this series, Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC, talks about ways to live a balanced, healthy life with rheumatoid Arthritis.

We would like to thank Abbvie, Inc. and Gilead Sciences, Inc. for their contribution to this program through unrestricted grants.

Lifestyle Modifications for Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis - Johns Hopkins RheumTV Exercise, stress management, and open communication with your rheumatologist can help you live a healthy, normal life with RA. In our final video of this series, Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC, talks […]

While medications that treat RA are a great tool for decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions, some patients may experience side effects. It is important to communicate with your doctor about any negative effects that you may experience. In this video, Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC, discusses the benefits, risks, and side effects of these medications.

We would like to thank Abbvie, Inc. and Gilead Sciences, Inc. for their contribution to this program through unrestricted grants.

Side Effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication - Johns Hopkins RheumTV While medications that treat RA are a great tool for decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions, some patients may experience side effects. It is important to communicate with your doctor about […]

While there’s no cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis yet, there are many preventative medications. They range from oral pills to injections that can be done at home or by a doctor, which are working for many people who have been diagnosed. All these different treatment options can help patients achieve their goals and stay healthy and functional.

We would like to thank Abbvie, Inc. and Gilead Sciences, Inc. for their contribution to this program through unrestricted grants.

Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis - Johns Hopkins RheumTV While there’s no cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis yet, there are many preventative medications. They range from oral pills to injections that can be done at home or by a doctor, […]

Sitting down and listening to a patient’s story is the first step in diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis. While swollen joints are a large indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis, there are many other symptoms, such as fatigue, anxiety and depression, and stiffness. Doctors are diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis much earlier now, to prevent joint damage and begin treatment as soon as possible.

We would like to thank Abbvie, Inc. and Gilead Sciences, Inc. for their contribution to this program through unrestricted grants.

How is Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosed? - Johns Hopkins RheumTV Sitting down and listening to a patient’s story is the first step in diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis. While swollen joints are a large indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis, there are many […]

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that not only affects the joints, but the whole immune system. Many patients who have Rheumatoid Arthritis also experience fatigue, dry eyes and mouth, shortness of breath, and skin problems. The good news is, with the advancement of Rheumatoid Arthritis treatments, many patients can live a healthy, normal life. In this video, Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC, explains the inflammation process to help patients understand their disease.

We would like to thank Abbvie, Inc. and Gilead Sciences, Inc. for their contribution to this program through unrestricted grants.

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? - Johns Hopkins RheumTV Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that not only affects the joints, but the whole immune system. Many patients who have Rheumatoid Arthritis also experience fatigue, dry eyes and […]

Congrats and thanks to our physicians, nurses and staff for your hard work and dedication as we remain the #1 ranked Rheumatology hospital by .

Always a Bull's Eye? THINK AGAIN! Lyme disease rash presentations may not be what you think.

Lyme Disease Rash Presentations May Not Be What You Think : Johns Hopkins Lyme Disease Research Center Rash misconceptions set straight Lyme disease rash is: Sometimes but not usually a ring within a ring Bull’s-eye rash appearance Often mistaken for a spider bite but is not a […]

Just one week until our 17th Annual Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases symposium for health care providers and those interested in the treatment of rheumatic conditions.

This symposium is available via a live stream and an endured recording that is accessible at any time to course attendees.

17th Annual Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases - Johns Hopkins University - Continuing Education (CE) Johns Hopkins University , 17th Annual Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases, 5/7/2021 7:00:00 AM - 5/8/2021 5:15:00 PM, Now in its 17th year, this two-day symposium has been planned for the providers who care for patients with rheumatic disease. Given the wide variety of...