Make a difference by selecting rheumatology as your subspecialty. Unlike other specialties that can be described in one word (i.e. cardiology – study of the heart), rheumatology requires much more explanation. Rheumatology is a specialty in internal medicine and pediatrics devoted to the diagnosis and management of over 100 complex and interesting diseases. Clinicians who specialize in rheumatology are called rheumatologists. Rheumatologists care for a wide array of patients—from children (yes, kids get arthritis too!) to senior citizens. Rheumatologists aim to help patients with rheumatic diseases have the best possible quality of life.
