NILANJANA BOSE
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
11914 ASTORIA BLVD SUITE 355 HOUSTON TEXAS, 77089About
Dr. NILANJANA BOSE is a rheumatologist practising in HOUSTON, TEXAS.
Dr. BOSE has had a distinguished academic and clinical career. She completed her internship at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI, residency in internal medicine at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa, OK and rheumatology fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH. She is board certified in rheumatology and enjoys the challenges of taking care of patients with diverse rheumatologic problems. She also completed an online MBA program (with a focus on healthcare administration) through the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 2019, adding to her skills.She has worked in diverse clinical settings from 2011 through 2022 (from the Veterans’ Affairs hospital in Richmond, VA to a university-based clinic at UTMB, Galveston and then at a private rheumatology practice in Pearland), providing the very best in rheumatologic care. In pursuit of her passion to provide a personalized approach to rheumatology patients, she started Lonestar Rheumatology in 2022.
Dr. Bose has authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals. She has also contributed to rheumatology book chapters and presented her research at multiple meetings. She regularly contributes to online articles on arthritis-related topics for public awareness and is actively involved with the Arthritis Foundation in Houston. She enjoys being an active member of the community. She is a member of the Memorial Hermann MHMD physician network and also affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare, Pearland.
She has been a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2021
Dr. Bose is an active member of the American College of Rheumatology. Her hobbies include Indian classical dance and traveling.
Education and Training
Medical College, Kolkata,India M.B.B.S 2004
University of MA, Amherst MBA 2019
William Beaumont Hospital Internship, Internal Medicine 2007
Cleveland Clinic Fellowship, Rheumatology 2011
University of Oklahoma, Tulsa Residency, Internal Medicine 2009
Board Certification
Rheumatology (Internal Medicine)
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NILANJANA BOSE's Expert Contributions
How can you tell if you are in remission?
Remission is usually based on clinical and lab testing measures. Ultimately this is something your rheumatologist can assess best. READ MORE
Is walking good for osteoarthritis of the knee?
Hello!Ligh walking is fine, however you should avoid high impact exercises like running or jogging. Thanks READ MORE
Can knee support help arthritis?
Yes knee braces are helpful READ MORE
How do you treat knee arthritis?
Please visit your rheumatologist for options. We typically use knee bracing, pain medication (creams or oal meds) or possbily knee injections. READ MORE
How to help finger arthritis?
We advise using paraffin wax bath, squeeze balls and sometimes supplements READ MORE
How can I slow down arthritis in my knees?
You can try to maintain optimal weight, eat right and exercise with a low impact regimen READ MORE
Can knee arthritis be treated with a surgery?
Depedning on the kind of arthritis and the extent, your orthopedic surgeon can advise you on this READ MORE
What should you not do with hip arthritis?
Avoid high impact exercises READ MORE
Can you treat knee pain?
Yes we can treat knee pain with medical modalities READ MORE
Can you exercise with hip arthritis?
Yes, but try low impact exercises and stetches READ MORE
What is the best exercise for knee arthritis?
Lowe impact exercises and physical therapy READ MORE
My leg and ankle hurt a lot?
Yes, osteoarthritis can cause pain. Please try low impact exercises, physical therapy and a healthy diet alonmg with pain medicines READ MORE
Medicines for knee pain?
Hello Yes, she can use these medicines and also try knee bracing and physical therapy. The calcium/D will help the bone loss, but she needs to get periodic BMDs and check her serum vitamin D levels too. READ MORE
Long-term knee pain?
You need to get the knee pain evaluated, if arthritis we can advise you further READ MORE
Can acupressure help joint pain?
Yes, sometimes acupressure can help with joint pain READ MORE
Preventing osteoporosis?
Hello,Yes Calcium can help prevent bone loss, so can vitamin D. You also should get regular DXA scans. READ MORE
What is the treatment for rheumatoid arthritis in the knees?
Hello. There are lots of treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis. I recommend consulting with a rheumatologist who can safely guide you with medications. READ MORE
How can I treat arthritis in my ankle?
Hello, usually we treat with a combination of medication, physical therapy and injections if needd. Arthritis supplements like turmeric, glucosamine, fish oil, etc can also help. READ MORE
Does my mom have osteoporosis?
Hello! No, I do not think so. Osteoporosis is common is women after menopause. Please consult her PCP or rheumatologist to help treat the osteporosis. READ MORE
How physiotherapy helps arthritis?
Yes, physical therapy can help arthritis by improving muscle and joint strength and muscle conditioning. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor University of Texas, Galveston 2016 - 2019
- Assistant Professor Veterans Affairs hospital, Richmond, VA 2011 - 2015
Awards
- Professionalism Award in recognition of Superior Humanistic Attributes and Professionalism 2009 University of Oklahoma, Tulsa
- Certificate of appreciation for excellence and professionalism 2009 University of Oklahoma, Tulsa
- Antonio C DeLeon, Jr., MD Award, in recognition of Excellence in Clinical Examination 2009 University of Oklahoma, Tulsa
- Medical Knowledge Award, in recognition of achieving the Highest Score on the In-service Examination 2008 University of Oklahoma, Tulsa
- Elected to the Gold Humanism Honor Society 2009 University of Oklahoma
- Awarded title of Junior Prosector in Anatomy and Senior Class Assistant in Physiology and Biochemistry 1998 Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, India
- Gold Medal in Biochemistry and the Lalmohan Ghoshal Silver Medal in Physiology 1998 Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, India
- Awarded Sutherland Silver Medal in Forensic and State Medicine 1999 Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, India
- Gold Medal in Community Medicine and was Senior Class Assistant 2001 Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, India
- Awarded the Kusum Kunja Scholarship for obtaining the second highest marks in the First Professional MBBS 1998 Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, India
- Awarded the college scholarship 2001 Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, India
- Nominated by regional leadership to the EmLE (Emerging Leaders) Program 2016 2016 Sound Physicians
Professional Memberships
- American College of Rheumatology
Areas of research
PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS:
1. Yao Q, Zhou L, Philip C, Piliang M, Bose N, Su LC. Characterization of Adult Onset Blau’s Syndrome Associated with NOD2/CARD15 Gene Mutations. Arthritis Res Ther.2011; 13(5):R148.
2. Bose N, Calabrese LH. Recognizing Rheumatic Aspects of Cocaine Abuse. TheJournal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. Vol. 29; No. 2. March 2, 2012.
3. Bose N, Calabrese LH. Q. Should I order an anti-CCP antibody to diagnose Rheumatoid Arthritis? Cleve Clin J Med.2012 Apr; 79(4):249-52.
4. Bose N, Wang X, Gupta M, Yao Q. Clinical utility of anti-chromatin antibodies as measured by a new immunoassay (BioPlex 2200) in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. Int J Clin Exp Med.2012; 5(4):316-20.
5. Vachhani P, Bose N, Brodeur JP, Holkova B, Bose P. Remission of rheumatoid arthritis on brentuximab vedotin. Rheumatology (Oxford) 2014 Dec; 53(12):2314-5.
6. Bose N, Chiesa-Vottero A, Chatterjee S. Scleroderma Renal Crisis. Semin Arthritis Rheum 2015 Jun; 44(6):687-94.
7. Bose N, Bena JS, Chatterjee S. Evaluation of the effect of ambrisentan on digital microvascular flow in patients with systemic sclerosis using laser Doppler perfusion imaging. Arthritis Res Ther 2015 Mar; 17:44. doi: 10.1186/s13075-015-0558-9.
BOOK CHAPTERS:
1. Bose N. Charcot’s joint. In: First Consult. 2011 edition.
2. Bose N. Patellofemoral pain syndrome. In: First Consult. 2011 edition.
PUBLISHED ABSTRACTS:
1. Bose N, Barnes MA, Shoichet S, Jelley M. Health literacy in our clinic population as measured by the newest vital sign. 2008 ACP Clinical Vignette and Research Competition for Associates Abstracts book, page 102 (Research Poster finalist #74).
2. Bose N, Shoichet S, Jelley M. May-Thurner syndrome – A common anatomical entity?? 2008 ACP Clinical Vignette and Research Competition for Associates Abstracts book, page 336 (Associates Vignette poster finalist #73).
3. Bose N, Jelley M. Cancer or not?? J Gen Int Med April 2008; 23(S2): 125-6.
4. Bose N, Jelley M, Barnes MA, Shoichet S. Health literacy in our clinic population as measured by the newest vital sign. J Gen Int Med April 2008; 23(S2): 311.
5. Bose N, Bena JF, Trunick CM, Bork DJ, Krishnan G, Petrich J, Chatterjee S. Evaluation of the effects of ambrisentan on digital microvascular flow in patients with systemic sclerosis using laser Doppler perfusion imaging. Arthr Rheum 2010; 62(10): S239-S240 (abstract #574).
6. Bose N, Bena JF, Trunick CM, Bork DJ, Krishnan G, Petrich J, Chatterjee S. Evaluation of the effects of ambrisentan on digital microvascular flow in patients with systemic sclerosis using laser Doppler perfusion imaging. Arthr Rheum 2011; 63(10): S276-S277 (abstract #713).
ORAL PRESENTATION:
1. Bose N, Shoichet S, Jelley M. May-Thurner syndrome: an often overlooked cause of deep venous thrombosis. Presented at the Midwest Regional meeting of the Society of General Internal Medicine, Chicago, IL, September 2007.
POSTER PRESENTATIONS:
1. Bose N, Barnes MA, Shoichet S. Pulmonary embolism in a young female double heterozygous for the MTHFR mutation. Presented at the Michigan and Oklahoma chapter meetings of the American College of Physicians, Kalamazoo, MI and Oklahoma City, OK, September 2007.
2. Bose N, Shoichet S, Jelley M. A common disease, an uncommon bug!! Presented at the Oklahoma chapter meeting of the American College of Physicians, Oklahoma City, OK, September 2007.
3. Bose N, Shoichet S, Barnes MA, Jelley M. Health literacy in our clinic population as measured by the newest vital sign. Presented at the Oklahoma chapter (Oklahoma City, OK, September 2007) and national (Washington DC, May 2008) meetings of the American College of Physicians and the Midwest Regional (Chicago, IL, September 2007) and annual (Pittsburg, PA, April 2008) meetings of the Society of General Internal Medicine.
4. Bose N, Shoichet S, Batke J, Jelley M. Cancer or not?? Presented at the Oklahoma chapter meeting of the American College of Physicians, Oklahoma City, OK, September 2007 and the Midwest Regional (Chicago, IL, September 2007) and annual (Pittsburg, PA, April 2008) meetings of the Society of General Internal Medicine.
5. Bose N, Barnes MA, Shoichet S, Jelley M. May-Thurner syndrome - A common anatomical entity?? Presented at the Oklahoma chapter (Oklahoma City, OK, September 2007) and national (Washington, DC, May 2008) meetings of the American College of Physicians, and the University of Oklahoma – Tulsa Research Day meeting, April 2008.
6. Bose N, Kalapura T. The clot that saved her life!! Presented at the Midwest Regional meeting of the Society of General Internal Medicine, Chicago, IL, September 2008, the Oklahoma chapter meeting of the American College of Physicians, Tulsa, OK, October 2008 and the University of Oklahoma – Tulsa Research Day, April 2009.
7. Bose N, Dunaway T. Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation – a rare movement disorder. Presented at the Midwest Regional meeting of the Society of General Internal Medicine, Chicago, IL, September 2008, the Oklahoma chapter meeting of the American College of Physicians, Tulsa, OK, October 2008 and the University of Oklahoma – Tulsa Research Day, April 2009.
8. Bose N, Bena JS, Trunick C, Petrich J, Bork D, Krishnan G, Chatterjee S. Evaluation of the effects of ambrisentan on digital microvascular flow in patients with systemic sclerosis using laser Doppler perfusion imaging. Presented at the annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology, Atlanta, GA, November 2010 (preliminary data) and at the 2011Rheumatology Research Workshop, Miami, FL, November 2011 (final results).
9. Yao Q, Zhou L, Philip C, Piliang M, Bose N, Su LC. Characterization of Adult Onset Blau’s Syndrome Associated with NOD2/CARD15 Gene Mutations. Presented at the annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology, Atlanta, GA, November 2010.
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