Comprehensive Care for Vasculitis

Vasculitis is a rare condition, and there are many different types, so an accurate diagnosis is key. Because the Vasculitis Center is part of the Division of Rheumatology, our expert rheumatologists can provide a diagnosis and support you throughout your care.

Vasculitis is a long-term disease, so it’s important to be comfortable with your care plan and confident in your care team.

To schedule a visit with a rheumatologist at the Vasculitis Center, please call 312.965.8628.

Our Approach to Care

We are here to support you throughout your care journey. Our rheumatologists have expertise diagnosing and treating vasculitis. We strive to provide compassionate care that puts you at the center of your care team.

We offer:

• Leading-edge services to diagnose and treat vasculitis.
• Access to world-class specialists with expertise in vasculitis.
• Clinical trials and research so you have access to care options not widely available elsewhere.

We are part of the Vasculitis Clinical Research Consortium, a clinical research program dedicated to studying vasculitis. We conduct clinical research and trials to learn more about the condition. This helps us develop better treatments to help people with vasculitis improve their quality of life.

We also work with the Vasculitis Foundation, which supports people with vasculitis through a range of initiatives.

Vasculitis can affect multiple organs in your body. Collaboration between clinicians from different specialties helps treat vasculitis effectively.

Our rheumatologists work with experts in many different areas of care, including those with dedicated training in:

• Allergy and immunology
• Dermatology
• Neurology
• Nephrology
• Otolaryngology
• Pulmonology
• Vascular surgery

What to Expect

At your first visit, we will talk with you to better understand your medical history and symptoms.

You can expect to:

• See a rheumatologist that specializes in treating vasculitis.
• Review your medical history.
• Complete a physical exam.
• Complete any needed lab tests or imaging.
• Discuss next steps, including treatment options and managing your symptoms.
• Learn about your condition.
• Explore if you are a candidate for a research study or clinical trial in your disease. Participation is optional, and we will explain what that would involve.