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Cuoghi Edens, MD, Rheumatology, Chicago, IL, University of Chicago Medical Center

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Rheumatology • Chicago, IL

Lupus & Related, Rheumatoid Arthritis & Related, Vasculitis

University of Chicago, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Sections of Rheumatology and Pediatric Rheumatology

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Overview of Dr. Edens

I am a rheumatologist trained to see both pediatric and adult patients with rheumatic diseases. I treat patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, mixed connective tissue disease, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, seronegative arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthropathies, Sjogren's syndrome, sarcoidosis, vasculitis, dermatomyositis and other more rare conditions.

Due to my combined adult and pediatric training, I have a special interest in rheumatic diseases in children and ensuring their healthcare as they transition into adult life with a chronic disease and see these patients in my adult clinic at the University of Chicago. I am part of a national organization conducting research on health care transition.

There is great overlap in the care of rheumatic disease patients and many aspects of reproductive health and pregnancy. I have expertise in pre-conception counseling as well caring for pregnant patients who have a variety of rheumatic diseases or other autoimmune diseases like psoriasis, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis who are on biologic medications. I am also am conducting research in this field of rheumatology to expand knowledge and access for both adult and pediatric patients and I am a member of the American College of Rheumatology Reproductive Health Initiative committee.

Aside from my clinical work and research, I am also the pediatric rheumatology fellowship director and involved in medical student and resident education.

Education & Training

  • Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
    Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical CenterFellowship, Rheumatology, 2014 - 2018
  • University of Michigan Health System
    University of Michigan Health SystemResidency, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, 2010 - 2014
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    University of New Mexico School of MedicineClass of 2010

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2018 - 2026
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2024 - 2025
  • OK State Medical License
    OK State Medical License 2021 - 2021
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2014 - 2019
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State Medical License 2010 - 2014
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Rheumatology
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Rheumatology
  • AOA Board of Internal Medicine Rheumatology

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Challenging cases in rheumatic pregnancies  
    Cuoghi Edens, Bruna Costa Rodrigues, Marcela Ignacchiti Lacerda, Flavia Cunha Dos Santos, Guilherme R De Jesús, Nilson Ramires De Jesús, Roger A Levy, Cianna Leatherwo..., Rheumatology (Oxford)., 7/2018

Press Mentions

  • Teen and Young Adult Rheumatology Patients Report Gaps in Sexual Health Counseling
    Teen and Young Adult Rheumatology Patients Report Gaps in Sexual Health CounselingDecember 13th, 2023

Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

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