We specialize in the treatment of collagen diseases, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), arthritic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, and pediatric rheumatic and collagen diseases.

At the Rheumatology and Collagen Disease Center, physicians with diverse expertise are available, including those holding board certifications in Japan and the United States, as well as clinical experience at leading medical institutions in Europe and the U.S. The team also includes specialists in pediatric rheumatic diseases and physicians certified in musculoskeletal ultrasound by the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR).

Leveraging this broad expertise, the center provides comprehensive care for a wide range of autoimmune and autoinflammatory systemic diseases.
Particular areas of specialization include systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), systemic sclerosis, spondyloarthritis, Behçet’s disease, vasculitis, musculoskeletal ultrasound diagnostics, and renal involvement.

Providing Medical Institution

St.Luke's International Hospital【Treatment】

〒104-8560
9-1 Akashi-cho, Chuo-ku Tokyo

https://hospital.luke.ac.jp/

Specialty

Cancer care (Medical oncology, surgical treatment, radiation therapy)
/ Cardiovascular care (Cardiology, cardiovascular surgery)

Gastrointestinal diseases (Gastroenterology, gastrointestinal surgery)
/ Respiratory diseases (Respiratory medicine, thoracic surgery)

Neurosurgery (Cerebrovascular diseases, brain tumors, functional brain disorders)
/ Orthopedics (Bone, joint, and musculoskeletal disorders)

Urology (Kidney, urinary tract, and prostate diseases)
/ Rheumatology & collagen diseases (Autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases)

Women’s health (Gynecology, breast surgery)
/ Pediatric care (Pediatrics, pediatric surgery)

Eligibility Criteria/Exclusions for Treatment

Acceptance will be determined by our physicians based on the submitted medical documents in advance.
Eligibility for treatment will be assessed based on both the pre-submitted documents and the examination results conducted at our hospital.

Precautions / Contraindications

The details of the medical care will be explained directly to the patient, and the patient will choose the treatment method based on their own understanding and decision.
The diagnosis, condition, and prognosis will also be explained to the patient in advance.