Advancing Lupus Care Through Clinical & Translational Research
HIGHLIGHTS
Learn about our active studies, clinical trials and ways to participate.
CHAPEL
Collaborative multi-disciplinary research group led by rheumatology and nephrology experts.
Sheikh Research Team
Empowering patients to lead the way in Lupus Research
Our team conducts innovative clinical trials to evaluate novel therapeutics for our patients. In addition to conducting clinical trials, our comprehensive Lupus & Sjogrens and Autoimmunity Research program focuses on clinical and translational research that is accessible to everyone.
Our Focus
Patients as Partners
Patient involvement is essential to the success of our team and future innovations. We strive to provide opportunities for patient feedback, education, and collaboration in our research endeavors.
Representation in Clinical Trials
We are working on a national level to promote opportunity and accessibility in Lupus clinical trials.
Exploring New Treatments
Our team is involved in cutting edge clinical trials that test innovative therapies targeting specific molecular pathways in Lupus and arthritis.
Investigating Autoimmune Disease
We are interested in the identification of potential diagnostic and prognostic markers for autoimmune diseases and in understanding mechanisms of Lupus.
Interested in Clinical Trials?
We are interested in the identification of potential diagnostic and Our team of researchers can assist you with more information.
Connect with Research Staff at lupus@med.unc.edu
Testimonials
Goes above and beyond
An incredible doctor, she’s been the best I have ever had as a rheumatologist. She actually cares, asks you all the questions she needs and goes above and beyond to explain everything to you. She cares for her patients and calls to check up on them.
Best in both care and knowledge
I travel from Florida to come to Dr Sheikh. She is the best in both care and medical knowledge. She takes the time needed and it has never been rushed.
Provides respectful, compassionate care
Dr. Sheikh provides respectful, compassionate care and takes the time to explain in detail labs and effects of Lupus that help us to be able to collaborate together in reference to my treatment plan.
Skilled physician who puts her patients first
She is an exceptional human being and skilled physician who puts her patients first and cares for them with true compassion. We think the world of Saira.
Thurston Arthritis Research Center
3300 Thurston Building, CB 7280
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7280
F: 919-966-1739