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A Message From the Chief<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n\"A<\/p>\n

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Welcome to the UNC Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology!<\/strong><\/div>\n

In the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology we are working to gain new insights and knowledge about the causes \u2013 as well as ways to prevent and treat \u2013 a broad spectrum of rheumatologic, allergic and immunologic diseases.<\/p>\n

We are passionate about ongoing research that continually yields important new scientific data.\u202f We are committed to finding ways to provide the best possible care through the use of therapeutic options that are currently available as well as the new ones we help to develop. \u202fJust as importantly, we learn each day from our most important teachers of all; our patients.<\/p>\n

Our goals are to access today\u2019s most advanced medical approaches and provide the best physician training, with a focus on providing individualized and compassionate patient care.<\/p>\n

This comprehensive, yet focused approach, partnered with our belief in the importance of patient-centered care is at the core of our mission.<\/p>\n

At the end of the day, this approach creates a very positive impact \u2013 both in the way that our physicians practice medicine, as well as in the lives of our patients and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n

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We thank you for visiting our website and look forward to seeing you in person in Chapel Hill! <\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Sincerely\"<\/p>\n

Dr. Beth Jonas<\/strong>
\nChief, UNC Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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