Our faculty are leaders in various clinical and basic science and translational research areas in rheumatology. Examples of expertise include osteoarthritis, gout, scleroderma, spondyloarthritis, musculoskeletal ultrasound and other advanced imaging, biomechanics, physical therapy, musculoskeletal pain, advanced epidemiologic methods, fibrosis, vasculopathy, innate and adaptive autoimmunity, and inflammation, among others.
Top row (left to right): Dr. Andreea Bujor, Dr. Ezra Cohen, Dr. Monica Crespo-Bosque Bottom row (left to right): Dr. David Felson, Dr. Eugene Kissin, Dr. Tuhina Neogi, Dr. Michael York We are thrilled to celebrate our esteemed rheumatology providers who have been recognized as Boston Magazine’s Top Doctors for 2025! Their dedication, expertise, and compassionate […]
We are thrilled to share that a study led by our researchers has been featured in Scleroderma News! The study, titled "Periostin Overexpression in Scleroderma Cardiac Tissue and Its Utility as a Marker for Disease Complications," explores the potential of periostin as a biomarker for predicting cardiac involvement in systemic sclerosis (SSc). Congratulations to Fatima […]
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Giovanni Ligresti has been appointed as the Associate Director of Research at the Boston University Arthritis & Autoimmune Diseases Center (AADC). This new leadership role focuses on enhancing research initiatives, fostering mentorship, and advancing collaboration within the Center. Dr. Ligresti’s expertise, dedication, and leadership make him an excellent […]
We are thrilled to announce that Sayali Dhamne has been promoted to Senior Research Project Manager. This achievement reflects her dedication, hard work, and significant contributions to our section. Please join us in congratulating Sayali on this remarkable achievement. Her success is an inspiration to all of us!
Dr. Jean Liew was honored with the David Coleman, MD, Junior Faculty Prize and the 2024 Department of Medicine’s Junior Faculty Mentoring Award at the Department of Medicine’s 2024 Evans Days. The Coleman Prize honors junior faculty members in the DoM who exemplify excellence in research and good citizenship as demonstrated by volunteer leadership, contributions […]
We are thrilled to announce that Ahmed Ali, PhD has been promoted to the rank of Research Assistant Professor, in the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. This achievement reflects his dedication, hard work, and significant contributions to his field of research and our institution. Please join us in congratulating Ahmed on this remarkable achievement. […]
From left to right: Dr. Andreea Bujor, Dr. David Felson, Dr. Eugene Kissin, Dr. Tuhina Neogi, and Dr. Michael York. We are thrilled to celebrate our esteemed rheumatology providers who have been recognized as Boston Magazine's Top Doctors for 2024! Their dedication, expertise, and compassionate care continue to make a profound impact on the lives […]
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Berk Degirmenci has been awarded first place in the Adult Thieves Market at ACR Convergence 2024. His captivating case presentation, titled "Mystifying Malaise: A Tale of Joints and Jumbled Thoughts," showcased his exceptional diagnostic acumen and commitment to advancing rheumatology. Dr. Degirmenci's achievement reflects his dedication to patient […]