Here are lupus‑related care options near Strongsville, Ohio, including specialists and support resources — including information connected to Trillium Creek services and broader Ohio lupus support:
📍 Specialized Lupus & Rheumatology Care Near Strongsville
These practices can help with diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of lupus (an autoimmune disease that often needs multidisciplinary care such as rheumatology, dermatology, nephrology, etc.).
Medical Care Providers
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Cleveland Clinic Rheumatology – Rheumatology specialists at the Strongsville Family Health & Surgery Center can evaluate and manage lupus and related autoimmune conditions.
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Dr. Shailey Desai – Internist at the Strongsville Cleveland Clinic location; can be a first point of contact for symptom assessment and referral.
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Dr. Elizabeth A. File, MD – Rheumatologist at Cleveland Clinic Strongsville; specializes in autoimmune diseases like lupus.
📞 Many rheumatology clinics coordinate across specialties (dermatology, nephrology) for comprehensive lupus care. For example, Cleveland Clinic’s lupus treatment programs serve patients throughout Northeast Ohio with coordinated multidisciplinary support.
Trillium Creek Dermatology (Strongsville)
While dermatologists do not typically manage systemic lupus on their own, Trillium Creek Dermatology in Strongsville (and nearby Brunswick, Medina, Wadsworth, Wooster) offers evaluation and tailored treatment for lupus‑related skin manifestations (e.g., discoid lupus rashes) as part of broader dermatologic care.
🤝 Support & Patient Resources in Ohio
Living with lupus often involves education, emotional support, and community; these organizations can connect you with support groups, advocacy, and information:
Lupus Foundation of America – Greater Ohio Chapter
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Based in Brecksville, OH — regional hub for lupus support, education, and patient navigation.
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Offers physician directories, educational materials, and resources to help connect you with local care providers.
Support Groups (Greater Ohio)
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Monthly in‑person & hybrid support groups (e.g., Brecksville/Bright hybrid group on the 4th Tuesday of the month).
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Additional groups in Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland area, Westerville, Lima, and other Ohio locations — check current schedules through the Lupus Foundation of America, Greater Ohio Chapter.
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Many groups are free and open to lupus patients, family members, and caregivers.
Contact for Support & Resources
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Lupus Foundation of America, Greater Ohio Chapter
– 12930 Chippewa Road, Brecksville, OH 44141
– Toll‑Free: 1‑888‑NO‑LUPUS
– Phone: (440) 717‑0183
🩺 Tips for Next Steps
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Call your primary care provider for a referral to a rheumatologist if you haven’t already.
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Contact a rheumatology clinic (e.g., Cleveland Clinic Rheumatology) for diagnostic testing (ANA, other labs) and specialist evaluation for lupus.
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Reach out to the Lupus Foundation of America–Greater Ohio Chapter to find support groups, patient education events, or a patient navigator for personalized guidance.
If you’d like, I can help you find phone numbers, office hours, or online appointment links for any of these providers — just let me know!
