Rheumatology

Autoimmune and degenerative diseases affecting joints and soft tissue.

Manhattan Pain Medicine’s Rheumatologist, Nino Mikaberidze, MD, works with patients to diagnose a variety of immune disorders, including:

Conditions:

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis and other seronegative spondyloarthropathies
  • Osteoporosis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
  • Scleroderma/Systemic Sclerosis
  • Sjogrens Disease
  • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease/Overlap Syndrome
  • IgG4 Disease
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Inflammatory Myositis/Dermatomyositis
  • Gout/Pseudogout and other Crystal Associated Arthritis
  • Reactive Arthritis
  • Enteropathic Arthritis associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease( Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis)

Vasculitis:

  • Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
  • Takayasu’s Arteritis (TAK)
  • Kawasaki Disease (KD)
  • Polyarteritis Nodosa (PAN)
  • Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA)
  • Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
  • Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA), formally known as Churg-Strauss Syndrome
  • Primary Angiitis of the central nervous system (PACNS)
  • IgA Vasculitis (Henoch-Schonlein Purpura – HSP)
  • Cryoglobulinemic vasculitis
  • Behcet’s Disease/ Behcet’s syndrome
  • Relapsing Polychondritis (RP)

Systemic Autoinflammatory Diseases:

  • Periodic Fever Syndromes
  • Yao Syndrome, formerly named NOD2-associated autoinflammatory disease
  • Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
  • Cryopyrin-Associated Periodic Syndromes (CAPS) or NLRP3-associated autoinflammatory disease
  • NLRP12 Autoinflammatory Disease or Familial Cold Autoinflammatory Syndrome type 2(FCAS2)
  • Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor-Associated Periodic Syndrome (TRAPS)
  • Hyperimmunoglobulin D Syndrome (HIDS) or Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency
  • Blau syndrome
  • Still’s disease
  • Behcet disease.
  • Hypermobility syndromes / Ehlers-Danlos

Treatment Modalities Include:

  • Biological and immune modulating medication management
  • Infusions
  • Musculoskeletal ultrasound examination
  • Ultrasound-guided joint, tendon and bursa injections
  • IVIg

Why choose our Rheumatology team?

At Manhattan Pain Medicine, our rheumatologist specialists near you stand out for our unwavering commitment to providing personalized care for individuals suffering from a spectrum of rheumatologic conditions. Our rheumatologists understand that living with chronic pain or autoimmune disorders can significantly impact one’s quality of life, which is why we prioritize comprehensive evaluation, tailored treatment plans, and ongoing support for our patients. With a focus on evidence-based practices and advanced therapies, our Rheumatology specialists strive to alleviate discomfort, improve function, and enhance overall well-being for every individual under our care.

Who are our Rheumatologist experts?

Our Rheumatology experts at Manhattan Pain Medicine are highly skilled and experienced physicians dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of rheumatologic conditions. Led by board-certified Rheumatologists with extensive training in the field, our team consists of compassionate professionals who prioritize patient-centered care. From rheumatoid arthritis and lupus to osteoarthritis and gout, our specialists possess the expertise to effectively manage various rheumatologic disorders. With a collaborative approach and a commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements in Rheumatology, our team strives to empower patients with the knowledge and resources needed to manage their conditions optimally.

What are the Rheumatology conditions, treatments, and procedures?

At Manhattan Pain Medicine, our Rheumatology team offers comprehensive care for a wide array of rheumatologic conditions, including but not limited to:

Conditions

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis and other seronegative spondyloarthropathies
  • Osteoporosis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
  • Scleroderma/Systemic Sclerosis
  • Sjogrens Disease
  • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease/Overlap Syndrome
  • IgG4 Disease
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Inflammatory Myositis/Dermatomyositis
  • Gout/Pseudogout and other Crystal Associated Arthritis
  • Reactive Arthritis
  • Enteropathic Arthritis associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease( Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis)

Vasculitis

  • Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
  • Takayasu’s Arteritis (TAK)
  • Kawasaki Disease (KD)
  • Polyarteritis Nodosa (PAN)
  • Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA)
  • Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
  • Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA), formally known as Churg-Strauss Syndrome
  • Primary Angiitis of the central nervous system (PACNS)
  • IgA Vasculitis (Henoch-Schonlein Purpura – HSP)
  • Cryoglobulinemic vasculitis
  • Behcet’s Disease/ Behcet’s syndrome
  • Relapsing Polychondritis (RP)

Systemic Autoinflammatory Diseases

  • Periodic Fever Syndromes
  • Yao Syndrome, formerly named NOD2-associated autoinflammatory disease
  • Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
  • Cryopyrin-Associated Periodic Syndromes (CAPS) or NLRP3-associated autoinflammatory disease
  • NLRP12 Autoinflammatory Disease or Familial Cold Autoinflammatory Syndrome type 2(FCAS2)
  • Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor-Associated Periodic Syndrome (TRAPS)
  • Hyperimmunoglobulin D Syndrome (HIDS) or Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency
  • Blau syndrome
  • Still’s disease
  • Behcet disease.
  • Hypermobility syndromes / Ehlers-Danlos

Treatment Modalities Include:

  • Biological and immune modulating medication management
  • Infusions
  • Musculoskeletal ultrasound examination
  • Ultrasound-guided joint, tendon and bursa injections
  • IVIg

Where can you visit our Rheumatology team?

If you are looking for a rheumatologist near you, contact our office and schedule an appointment today to get started with our Rheumatology team. We are located at 2 Fifth Avenue, Suite 7, New York, NY 10011.

Meet Manhattan Pain Medicne, PLLC

Nino Mikaberidze, MD is our in-house rheumatologist specializing in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and autoimmune disorders. Dr. Mikaberidze has been a practicing physician for over 15 years, most recently as the Assistant Director of Rheumatology at Northwell Health. She is drawn to the management... Learn More »