noun
- the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases, especially those affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues
Usage: medical
Examples
- She decided to specialize in rheumatology after medical school.
- The rheumatology department treats patients with arthritis and lupus.
- His joint pain required a referral to rheumatology.
- The hospital’s rheumatology clinic sees hundreds of patients each month.
- Advances in rheumatology have improved treatment for autoimmune diseases.
- The rheumatology fellowship program lasts three years.