What is another word for rheumatologist?
Pronunciation: [ɹˌuːmɐtˈɒləd͡ʒˌɪst] (IPA) 
A rheumatologist is a medical expert who diagnoses and treats people suffering from rheumatic diseases. As the name suggests, rheumatic diseases are related to the rheumatism of joints and muscles. Other names for rheumatologist include arthritis specialist, musculoskeletal specialist, and connective tissue disease specialist. The term rheumatologist is derived from the Greek word rheuma, which means bodily fluids that cause diseases. Other synonyms for a rheumatologist include arthrologist, a specialist of joints, and immunologist, a specialist in the immune system. With varying names, these specialists aim to alleviate the pain and discomfort caused by diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders.
