Kelly Caruso PA-C received her Master of Medical Science degree from Midwestern University in 2006 and Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in chemistry from Northern Illinois University in 2003. Prior to joining Southland Rheumatology Center in 2018, she practiced Internal Medicine for 11 years. She enjoys being able to develop relationships with patients, while treating a variety of rheumatic diseases and autoimmune conditions. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of Association of Rheumatology Professionals and a member of American Academy of Physicians Assistants AAPA.