John Albert, MD (opens in new tab)
Suhail Hameed, MD (opens in new tab)
Jonathan Kushi, MD (opens in new tab)
Arnold Lim, MD (opens in new tab)
Kurt Oelke, MD (opens in new tab)
Specialty: Rheumatology
Office locations: Glendale, Milwaukee
The Rheumatic Disease Center is the oldest and largest independent rheumatology practice in eastern Wisconsin. They welcome patients at offices in Milwaukee and Glendale, Wisconsin. Their team includes highly qualified board-certified physicians and a compassionate staff dedicated to giving each patient the attention and information needed to make the best decisions about their health. The Rheumatic Disease Center is committed to providing quality patient-centered care, education, and research. We strive to be a center of excellence in rheumatology by delivering outstanding service in a kind, considerate manner, taking into account each patient’s unique needs. Our guiding principles are quality, service, and respect for all.
The Rheumatic Disease Center is the oldest and largest independent rheumatology practice in eastern Wisconsin. They welcome patients at offices in Milwaukee and Glendale, Wisconsin. Their team includes highly qualified board-certified physicians and a compassionate staff dedicated to giving each patient the attention and information needed to make the best decisions about their health. The Rheumatic Disease Center is committed to providing quality patient-centered care, education, and research. We strive to be a center of excellence in rheumatology by delivering outstanding service in a kind, considerate manner, taking into account each patient’s unique needs. Our guiding principles are quality, service, and respect for all.
The Rheumatic Disease Center is the oldest and largest independent rheumatology practice in eastern Wisconsin. They welcome patients at offices in Milwaukee and Glendale, Wisconsin. Their team includes highly qualified board-certified physicians and a compassionate staff dedicated to giving each patient the attention and information needed to make the best decisions about their health.
Rheumatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating autoimmune diseases and rheumatic conditions. These disorders affect the joints, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. Rheumatic conditions cause general symptoms, like fatigue, fevers, muscle aches, skin rashes, and joint pain, that resemble many possible ailments.
The Rheumatic Disease Center offers comprehensive on-site diagnostics to quickly and accurately determine the source of each patient’s symptoms.
Patients conveniently get lab work, X-rays, ultrasound, and bone density testing done in the office. The team also operates a fully staffed infusion therapy center, allowing patients to receive the needed advanced medications without traveling to another site.
The Rheumatic Disease Center providers treat a wide range of health conditions. Many people seek help for common conditions like Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout, Lupus, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Osteoporosis.
Conditions We Do Not Treat
While our team is dedicated to diagnosing and managing autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, we do not provide ongoing treatment or management for the following conditions:
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
- Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
- Polyneuropathy
- Dysautonomia
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
- General pain management
These conditions are best managed by primary care providers, pain management specialists, or other appropriate specialists who can offer comprehensive, long-term support. We are happy to assist in ruling out inflammatory or autoimmune causes of symptoms before guiding you back to the most appropriate care team.
No matter what health condition they diagnose, the team creates personalized and holistic care plans, incorporating advanced medication with lifestyle recommendations that support optimal health.
Call the Rheumatic Disease Center today to learn more about their integrative services or to get help for pain and other symptoms

Kurt Oelke, M.D.
Dr Kurt is very professional and a great listener. I’m always looking forward to see him to care for my arthritis!
Jonathan Kushi, M.D.
Compassionate and professional
Jonathan Kushi, M.D.
Excellent rheumatologist. Compassionate. He tailors treatment to your individual needs.
Farrukh Pasha, M.D.
He is a great listener
Arnold Lim, M.D.
Takes time to listen to one's concerns and questions
Arnold Lim, M.D.
DR.LIM IS THE BEST I AM SO HAPPY TO BE ABLE TO BE BACK WITH HIM. HE ALWAYS MAKES SURE THAT I UNSTAND ALL THE MEDS THAT I AM GETTING. THANK U DR. LIM .U ARE THE BEST MAY GOD KEEPS BLESSINGS U
Katherine Finn, D.O.
She was patient and kind. She took her time to hear me, which in today's hurried environment is rare.
Arnold Lim, M.D.
Very attentive and informative to my medical needs. Love the nurses and Dr.
Farrukh Pasha, M.D.
Dr. Pasha explain what is happening to my condition and suggested trying new medication
Kurt Oelke, M.D.
Dr. Oelke was very personable and kind. He spent a lot of time with me and explained what my condition was. While he thought that my primary doctor would continue monitoring my condition he said that if the need arises could come back to see him for follow-ups. .He made me feel st ease as did the rest of the staff. Everything was very professional and I would recommend him and the clinic