In India we find rheumatologist who are specialized doctors that deal with non – surgical management of many such musculoskeletal disorders as well as systemic disorders. There are many top-rated rheumatologists that are working in clinics, private as well as government hospitals in India who are well – versed in their field and have gained trust within the patients. Rheumatology is a sub specialty in internal medicine which deals with diagnosis and therapy of rheumatic diseases. They also deal with many clinical problems involving soft tissues, joints, autoimmune diseases and heritable connective tissue disorders. Other diseases that rheumatologists can treat include gout, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic pain, lupus etc. Given below are the list of some of the top-rated rheumatology hospitals in Bangalore right now.

1.Fortis hospital

Fortis hospital is located in Bangalore. It has gained name to being one of the leading tertiary healthcare brands in Bangalore. The hospital offers international standard treatments for various medical conditions all in one roof since its establishment in 2006.It has also gained immense recognition within a short span of time. This is one among the main achievement of the institute. The facility at the hospital is as advanced multi-speciality specialities catering to all different medical specialities needs. The department of rheumatology offer and treats patients suffering from all types of rheumatological disorders.  The hospitals expertise lies is the treatment of diseases like adolescent medicine, new-born jaundice, measles treatment, bronchial asthma, growth and development. 

Salient features 

• Capacity of 276 beds

• Highly advanced sleep lab

• Treating breathing disorders

• TBNA procedures 

• Accredited by JCI

• NABH accredited 

• Departments with sterile service division 

• CT scan, ultrasound, color doppler, MRI

• Recognized by NABH

• Well-equipped advanced life support system

• 24/7 availability of ICU, lab and blood banks

Team of doctors 

• Dr.Nalini G Shenoy 

2.Manipal hospital

Manipal hospital is one of the best hospitals in Bangalore known for its excellent patient treatment, facilities and infrastructure since 1991. Manipal hospital is Asias third largest healthcare networks in India well established in its right and having so many branches throughout India. The hospital is known for its patient centric approach and its quality to providing the right medical care. The hospital is a respectable tertiary healthcare facility in Bangalore with a more than reputed department of rheumatology consisting of expert physicians who use the best of their knowledge and experience to treat various disorders. Their rheumatology department is also called as one of the best in city and is equipped to manage all types of disorders pertaining to rheumatology in children and adults. 

Salient features 

• 650 bed facility

• NABH certified

• Diagnostic pulmonology units

• Lupus treatment programme 

• Minimal access surgery

• Full time trauma care service 

• NABL accredited blood bank

• Recognized by NABH

• Ambulance and equipped advanced life support system

• 24/7 availability of ICU

• Lab and blood bank

• Lab tests available

• Ranked among top 10 multispecialty hospitals

• NICU available

• Standard practices of hygiene and safety

Team of doctors 

• Dr.Prasad kumar 

• Dr.Gopinath C

• Dr.Venkatesh bhat
• Dr.Preema santosh 

3.BGS Gleneagles global hospital

Gleaneagles global health city is spread across 21 acres of land and Gleaneagles global health city is currently ranked as one of the leading and biggest rheumatology support centres facility in Bangalore. The hospital is known as the largest healthcare facility in Bangalore and is associated with the part of the parkway pantai ltd. It is also equipped with integrated systems. The rheumatology department in this hospital is based on innovations and all the latest technologies put together covering all areas of treatment. The department of rheumatology has also introduced cutting edge robotic technology to increase the efficiency and quality of their treatments. 

Salient features 

• Capacity of 300 beds

• Highly advanced sleep lab

• Treating breathing disorders

• TBNA procedures 

• Accredited by JCI

• NABH accredited 

• Departments with sterile service division 

• CT scan, ultrasound, color doppler, MRI

• Recognized by NABH

• Well-equipped advanced life support system

• 24/7 availability of ICU, lab and blood banks

• Video assisted thoracic surgery 

• Diagnostic rheumatology arthritis units

• Special Autoimmune diagnosis for kids

• Minimal access surgery

• Full time trauma care service         

Team of doctors 

• Dr.Vivek J

• Dr.Harihant yadav

• Dr.Vikas jha

• Dr.Prasad P

• Dr.Deepa S

• Dr.Praveen sai 

4.Apollo hospitals

The department of rheumatology at Apollo hospitals provides a complete range of rheumatology related services, treatments and interventions. The institute has a prominent name in the all of healthcare sector due to its many branches and sectors. The institute is ranked as one of the most leading centres and hospitals in Bangalore. This is in particular for all its specialities and is the top leading centres of excellence to ensure the finest rheumatology care treatments to its patients that too on an international medical platform. The department of rheumatology in the hospital is being managed by the top staffs of highly competent doctors, technicians and nurses.

Salient features 

• 650 bed facility

• NABH certified

• Y Y shaped stent  techniques used 

• Autologous chondrocyte implantations

• Spinal angiolipoma excision treatment 

• Expertise in interventional pulmonology, sleep medicine, critical care medicine

• Specialists in respiratory medicine

• Video assisted thoracic surgery 

• Diagnostic rheumatology units

• Bronchitis programme for kids

• Minimal access surgery

• Full time trauma care service 

• NABL accredited blood bank

• Recognized by NABH

• Ambulance support system

• 24/7 availability of ICU

• Lab and blood bank

• Lab tests available

• Ranked among top 10 multispecialty hospitals

Team of doctors 

• Dr. Vidya Raj
• Dr.Sandeep mehta
• Dr.Sakshi H
• Dr Deepti S
• Dr.Manohar Pathak
• Dr.Varun T 
• Dr.Shloka K 

5.Aster hospital 

Aster hospital is situated in Hebbal, Bangalore and the name itself has achieved much appreciation in all aspects. The hospitals strong reputation and name in a very short span of time since its inception in the year 2014. The hospital is frequently visited by local residents of Bangalore of every age and gender for issues related to rheumatological function as it offers care at an affordable price for every economy of people. The department of rheumatology at Apollo hospital deals with diagnosis and treatment of conditions like musculoskeletal disorders, arthritis, autoimmune disorders etc. Other conditions they treat are gout, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, systemic sclerosis, inflammatory myositis, lupus etc. 

Salient features 

• Capacity of 280 beds

• Highly advanced sleep lab

• Treating breathing disorders

• TBNA procedures 

• Accredited by JCI

• NABH accredited 

• Departments with sterile service division 

• CT scan, ultrasound, color doppler, MRI

• Recognized by NABH

• Well-equipped advanced life support system

• 24/7 availability of ICU, lab and blood banks

Team of doctors 

• Dr.Chethana D 
• Dr.Joe thomas
• Dr.Ramesh bhasi
• Dr.Anoop PP
• Dr.Roopa tekkatte
• Dr.Aabu alex thomas
• Dr.Nayanthara Shenoy 
• Dr.Sayid fahad Nizar