Rheumatology Program

The Rheumatology program at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado, specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of patients with a wide variety of autoimmune conditions. Each year our team of rheumatologists treat hundreds of patients. We have nationally recognized care centers for several rheumatic diseases, and our specialists have extensive experience in working with complex autoimmune conditions.

Rheumatology Program Highlights

Advanced diagnostic and treatment options for autoimmune conditions
Nationally recognized care center for Scleroderma and Sjögren’s Disease
Individualized care plans
Access to the latest clinical trials
Musculoskeletal ultrasound
Injection clinic
Nutritional counseling
Specialized pulmonary and physical rehabilitation programs
Patient education and support groups

Personalized Medicine and Care

Our Rheumatology team works with you to develop a comprehensive, personalized plan that addresses your autoimmune symptoms. We offer advanced diagnostics and treatments for:

Our doctors work as a multidisciplinary team to find the most effective therapies for your symptoms and connect you with resources to get the best possible care. With proper diagnosis and treatment, patients with autoimmune conditions can lead full and active lives.

Doctors

Harry D Fischer , MD
Stuart S. Kassan, MD
Mehrnaz Maleki Fischbach, MD
Lyndsey Roetker, AG-ACNP
Smarika Sapkota, MD

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Reasons to Choose National Jewish Health

The leading respiratory hospital in the nation and the only one devoted fully to the treatment of respiratory and related illnesses
Ranked #1 or #2 in Pulmonology by U.S. News & World Report for 26 consecutive years
Ranked in the top 5% of hospitals in the nation by HCAHPS
Physicians consistently recognized among the best in the nation by multiple services, including Best Doctors in America and Castle Connolly
Among the top 6% of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to hundreds of active clinical trials
124-year history of focus on care, research and education serving patients from around the world with lung, heart, immune and related disorders

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Nationally Recognized Expertise

National Jewish Health is recognized nationally for its expertise in rheumatology.

Our hospital is recognized by the National Scleroderma Foundation as a Designated Research and Treatment Center for scleroderma and sclerosis, alongside a long history of treating immune-related conditions.
Our physicians have helped write the clinical care guidelines for diagnosis and care of autoimmune conditions patients that are used by rheumatologists throughout the nation.
Articles written by our physician-scientists and researchers are regularly published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, including many of the most influential publications such as Cell, New England Journal of Medicine, The Lancet, JAMA and Nature.
Our physician-scientists are often invited to present at national and international conferences where physicians gather to learn about the latest advancements in medicine.

Benefit from the Latest Research

Our physician-scientists and researchers have long been leaders in rheumatologic research ensuring that patients can benefit from the latest research advancements. This research includes:

Development of diagnostic tests
New treatments and therapies for symptoms
Studies to improve the quality of life for autoimmune patients

Clinical Trials & Research Studies

National Jewish Health offers clinical trials and research studies for patients with inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. Our research coordinators can help determine which studies may be right for you.

Clinical Trials