The UCSF Ankylosing Spondylitis Clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis, an inflammatory condition that affects the joints between the spinal bones and between the spine and pelvis. We offer the latest diagnostic techniques, with a particular focus on identifying the disease early using specialized examination techniques and magnetic resonance imaging.
Treatment options include the newest medications, though we emphasize other treatments as well. For example, we encourage patients to work with UCSF physical therapists to learn exercises that address the disease.
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Awards & recognition
Among the top hospitals in the nation
Best in California for rheumatology
Case Management & Social Work
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class
This eight-week class teaches mindfulness practices that can reduce stress and improve your overall health, such as meditation and body awareness.
Patient Relations
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Spiritual Care Services
Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers.
Plan your visit
Preparing for your appointment
What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
International Services
If you live outside the United States and are coming to UCSF for medical treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
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Interpreting Services
UCSF offers interpreters in various languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), as well as services for deaf,
hard-of-hearing and visually impaired patients.
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Hospital Stays
Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your
Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
Zion.
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Your Doctor Visit
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Rheumatology Clinic
400 Parnassus Ave., Floor B1
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-2497
M-F, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Our research initiatives
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UCSF Division of Rheumatology Research
The UCSF Division of Rheumatology's research aims to illuminate how rheumatologic diseases develop as well as to discover new therapies. The division also studies health care delivery.