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Rheumatology Care

Taking Steps to Protect Your Joints, Close to Home

Specialized Care for Complex Conditions

Our rheumatology services help patients manage pain, protect joint function, and maintain quality of life, without having to travel far from the community they call home.

Visit Us today

RUPERT
1308 8th Street, Suite 1
Rupert, Idaho 83350

Call 208-434-8282
or email [email protected]

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What is a Rheumatologist?

A rheumatologist specializes in diagnosing and treating arthritis, autoimmune, and inflammatory conditions. They provide personalized care to reduce pain and inflammation, protect joint function, and improve quality of life through advanced medications and biologic therapies.

PERSONALIZED TREATMENT FOR PAIN, INFLAMMATION, AND JOINT HEALTH

Specific Conditions We Treat

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Lupus
  • Dermatomyositis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Gout
  • Various Degenerative Conditions
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Psoriasis
  • Sjogren’s Syndrome
  • Polymyositis
  • Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Vasculitis
  • Scleroderma/CREST
  • Soft tissue inflammation
  • Post Covid Syndromes

Specialties and Treatment Areas

What a rheumatologist treats:

  • Inflammatory and Degenerative Arthritis: Relief for joint pain, swelling, and stiffness.
  • Autoimmune Diseases: Expert diagnosis and management of conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis.
  • Inflammatory Conditions: Targeted therapies to reduce inflammation and protect joint function.
  • Gout Management: Treatment plans to reduce flare-ups and prevent joint damage.
  • Vasculitis and Rare Disorders: Care for complex immunerelated diseases requiring specialized monitoring.
  • Medication and Biologic Therapy: Advanced treatment options to slow disease progression and improve quality of life.
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Meet Our Specialists

We are committed to delivering high-quality Rheumatology care locally, helping patients feel better and function better without leaving the community.
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Chase Beal | PA-C

Rheumatology

1308 8th Street, Suite 1
Rupert, Idaho 83350

PHONE: (208) 436-4322

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Christopher Gibson | MD

Rheumatology

1308 8th Street, Suite 1
Rupert, Idaho 83350

PHONE: (208) 436-4322

Minidoka Memorial Hospital

1224 8th Street
Rupert, ID 83350

Minidoka Medical Center RHC

1308 8th St #1
Rupert, ID 83350

Minidoka Memorial Orthopedic Center and Imaging

260 E 5th St N
Burley, ID 83318