• Welcome!

    Rheumatology Associates of South Texas is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with disorders of the joints, muscles, tendons, bones and connective tissues. Our doctors and staff are dedicated to providing the highest standard of rheumatologic care individually tailored to the needs, circumstances and desires of each patient.

    As a prelude to your visit, we hope that this website provides answers to basic questions and serves as an introduction to the specialty of rheumatology and an educational resource that provides information about various rheumatologic conditions. You will find information and links to other helpful and reputable websites.

What is a Rheumatologist?

A rheumatologist is a physician who is qualified, by additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and other diseases of the joints, muscles and bones. After four years of medical school and three years of training in internal medicine, rheumatologists devote an additional two to three years in specialized rheumatology training.

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Our Services
Learn more about the conditions our physicians and staff treat at RA-STX.

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Scleroderma
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • For a complete list, click here.
What to Expect

Being well-prepared for your appointment will ensure that the doctor has all of the necessary information to provide you with the best possible care. It will also help alleviate any unnecessary anxiety you may be feeling prior to your first appointment.

We invite you to take some time to review our staff page, familiarize yourself with our doctors and complete any new patient paperwork.

We look forward to your first visit.