About Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates

An Independent, Single-Specialty Rheumatology Practice Established in 1974

When Dr. Sheldon Solomon founded Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates, his goal was straightforward: build a practice devoted entirely to rheumatology, where every physician is trained specifically for this work and where patients get care built around their condition. More than fifty years later, that mission hasn’t changed. 

At our offices, we diagnose, treat, and medically manage arthritis, osteoporosis, and other inflammatory and autoimmune disorders that cause musculoskeletal pain and joint inflammation. We’re not a general internal medicine clinic that handles rheumatology on the side, but experienced specialists who understand your condition and how to support you long-term. Our mission remains what it’s always been: to help you live better, longer, and more comfortably.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment or get a second opinion at one of our offices, we’re ready to see you. Call us at (856) 424-5005 and we can help you find the location most convenient for you!

Physicians Who Have Shaped the Field

Dr. Sheldon Solomon isn’t just the founder of this practice. He’s a Fellow of the American Board of Internal Medicine with subspecialty certifications in rheumatology, geriatrics, and bone densitometry. The American College of Rheumatology has conferred on him the designation of Master, awarded to members who’ve made outstanding contributions through scholarly achievement and service to patients, students, and the profession. It’s the highest distinction that the organization awards. He also received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Arthritis Foundation and the National Fibromyalgia Association's Physician of the Year Award in 2008. These aren’t incidental honors; they reflect a career built around patient advocacy and advancing the field of rheumatology.

Dr. Mark Fisher, a founding partner and Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology, has served as a clinical investigator in multiple phase 2 and phase 3 clinical trials for new biologics and medications for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. His direct involvement in that research means our practice has been involved in treatments that are now the standard of care in our field.

Innovations Inspired by Patient Needs

Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates completed its first in-office biologic infusion in 2001, pioneering that model among independent rheumatology practices in New Jersey. The reasoning was practical: patients managing serious inflammatory conditions shouldn’t have to navigate a hospital system just to receive an infusion. Today, our seven IDYLLIC Infusion Treatment Centers across our broad service area complete as many as 29,000 infusions for over 8,000 patients in one year. Every infusion is supervised by an on-site medical professional, and treatment is available at substantially lower cost compared to hospital-based infusion programs.

That same commitment to bringing advanced care directly to patients shapes our in-house diagnostic ultrasound program. In the early 2000s, when no U.S. rheumatology-focused ultrasound training programs existed, Dr. Amy Evangelisto pursued advanced training in Leeds, England, becoming among the first American rheumatologists to do so. She holds certifications in both diagnostic and therapeutic musculoskeletal ultrasound, a combination that’s rare in an independent practice setting. She served as President of USSONAR, the Ultrasound School of North American Rheumatologists, from 2012 to 2014, and she continues to lecture nationally on musculoskeletal ultrasound. Scans at our center are always interpreted by a rheumatologist, not a general radiologist.

Ready to Meet with One of Our Rheumatologists?

We welcome new patients, offer second opinions, and can provide updated assessments of conditions already being managed elsewhere. We encourage questions at every appointment and provide clear explanations of your diagnosis, test results, and next steps so you can make informed decisions about your health. No two treatment plans look the same here, because no two patients are the same.

Five decades of independent rheumatology practice mean we’ve seen what focused care can do for patients over the long term. When you’re ready to take that next step, we’re here. 

Call (856) 424-5005 to schedule your appointment with a fellowship-trained rheumatologist at Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates!

OUR PRACTICE by the Numbers

Over fifty years of independent rheumatology care, measured in facts.
  • 50 +
    Years in Practice

    Founded in 1974. Still independent. Still focused exclusively on rheumatology.

  • 29,000 +
    INFUSIONS IN A SINGLE YEAR

    Completed across seven IDYLLIC Infusion Treatment Centers, all inside our offices.

  • 18
    Providers

    Every one fellowship-trained in rheumatology and board-certified or board-eligible.

  • 7
    New Jersey Offices

    Serving South Jersey and the Philadelphia region from Voorhees to Brick.

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Questions About Your Rheumatology Care

What is rheumatology?
Rheumatology is the branch of medicine focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the joints, bones, muscles, and immune system. Rheumatologists manage conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoporosis, gout, and more than 100 other autoimmune and inflammatory disorders.
How is a rheumatologist different from a general practitioner?
After internal medicine residency, rheumatologists complete two to three additional years of fellowship training in diseases of the joints and immune system. Every physician at Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates completed this training. A general practitioner does not have this specialized background.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring any prior lab results, imaging studies, or records from your primary care physician or previous specialists. A list of current medications is also helpful. Your physician will review everything before the examination and use it to inform your diagnostic workup.
How does in-office infusion therapy work?
Biologic medications for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis are sometimes administered intravenously rather than by pill or injection. Our IDYLLIC Infusion Treatment Centers provide this treatment inside our offices with a medical professional supervising every session, at substantially lower cost than hospital-based infusion.
Is in-office ultrasound the same as radiology imaging?
Diagnostic ultrasound in our offices provides real-time images of joints, tendons, and soft tissue without radiation. Unlike a radiology referral, every scan at Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates is interpreted by a physician with specific rheumatology training, so findings are evaluated in the context of your condition, not in isolation.
Do you coordinate with my primary care physician?
Yes. We collaborate closely with referring and primary care physicians, sharing records and findings so your care stays consistent across providers. You won't need to repeat your history or serve as the messenger between offices.