
Rheumatology Clinic
The UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic cares for children of all ages who have a broad range of rheumatic and inflammatory diseases involving the joints, muscles and connective tissues. Conditions we treat include juvenile arthritis, juvenile dermatomyositis, lupus, morphea, vasculitis, scleroderma and periodic fever or autoinflammatory syndromes. Because rheumatic diseases behave differently in a child's body than in an adult's, our clinic features rheumatologists who are pediatric specialists – knowledgeable in the particular therapies and treatments that are most effective for children. They work closely with other pediatric specialists, doctors, physical and occupational therapists, nurses and social workers to provide your child with comprehensive care.
Our locations (3)
Our team
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Emily von Scheven
MD, MAS
Pediatric rheumatologist -
William Bernal
MD, MPH
Pediatric rheumatologist -
Alice Chan
MD, PhD
Pediatric allergist and immunologist -
Susan Kim
MD
Pediatric rheumatologist -
Erica Lawson
MD
Pediatric rheumatologist -
Nicole Ling
MD
Pediatric rheumatologist -
Geraldina Lionetti
MD
Pediatric rheumatologist -
Michael Waterfield
MD, PhD
Pediatric rheumatologist -
Caroline Hill
LCSW, MSW
Social worker -
Mariel dela Paz
MSW
Social worker -
Tara Valcarcel
PNP, MSN
Pediatric nurse practitioner
Awards & recognition
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Ranked among the nation's best in 10 specialties
Plan your visit
What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your child's condition
- List of medications, including dosages, plus any your child is allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
New visitor rules
Patients may have only one visitor at a time and switch visitors twice a day. Thanks!

Your Stay
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Your Child's Care Team
Our doctors, nurses, child life specialists and other providers have special training to care for children. Meet your child's care team.
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Interpreter Services & Communication Assistance
Interpreter services in many languages and TDDs are available for families that need help communicating with care teams. Here's how to access them.
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