Rheumatology is a subspecialty of internal medicine and pediatrics devoted to the care and treatment of rheumatic diseases involving joints and soft tissues and conditions of connective tissues.  For many years, this has been one of the most underserved medical subspecialties in Alaska requiring many Alaskans to leave the state to seek services.

OPA is now extremely pleased to offer complete rheumatology services beginning August, 2009.   Rheumatology is the perfect compliment to our group of orthopedic surgical subspecialists and makes OPA the only orthopedic group in Alaska with the ability to consult internally regarding rheumatic conditions and provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care for both quality and patient convenience.

Special services will include:

   On site bone densitometry
   On site infusion therapy

OPA Physician with Fellowship Training in Rheumatology

   John K. Botson, M.D.

Rheumatic Conditions Treated

   Rheumatoid arthritis
   Gout
   Lupus
   Tendinitis
   Osteoporosis
   Autoimmune diseases
   Other rheumatic conditions

Links to Medical Libraries
Click on the links below to find detailed information on rheumatology.

   AAOS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  NLM: National Library of Medicine