Dr. Dr. Robert G. Lahita, MD

Expert Publications

• A critical evaluation of enzyme immunoassays for detection of antinuclear autoantibodies of defined specificities. I. Precision, sensitivity, and specificity.
• Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) for serious disease, a possibility?
• Emerging concepts for sexual predilection in the disease systemic lupus erythematosus.
• The role of sex hormones in systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Rheumatoid arthritis. New disease-modifying and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Sex hormone binding globulins and atherosclerotic risk in systemic lupus.
• Studies on the specificity and clinical correlation of antiribosomal antibodies in systemic lupus erythematosus sera.
• Studies on the specificity and clinical correlation of antiribosomal antibodies in systemic lupus erythematosus sera.
• SR proteins are autoantigens in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. Importance of phosphoepitopes.
• Hormonal contraception and replacement and the use of androgens in the antiphospholipid syndrome.
• Sex hormones and systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Gender and the immune system.
• Increased prevalence of autoantibodies to ku antigen in African American versus white patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Neuroendocrine immune mechanisms in rheumatic diseases.
• Altered neuroendocrine immune (NEI) networks in rheumatology.

Media Releases

A Leading Voice in Medical and Wellness Communities: Advocating for the Harmonious Connection Between Body, Mind, and Spirit

New York, New York - Dr. Robert G. Lahita, MD, PhD, is a trailblazing physician, internist, and rheumatologist whose pioneering work in the field of autoimmune diseases has set new benchmarks in medical research and treatment. With an illustrious career spanning over four decades, he has been a pivotal figure in unraveling the complexities of systemic lupus erythematosus and other autoimmune conditions.

Dr. Lahita, the former Chairman of Medicine at Saint Joseph Medical Center and now the Director of the Institute for Autoimmune and Rheumatic Diseases at St. Joseph’s Health, has dedicated his life to advancing the understanding and treatment of autoimmunity, rheumatology, and diseases affecting joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. In addition to his clinical roles, he is a respected educator, holding positions as a Professor of Medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.

“My health philosophy is to consider the human body as an extremely complex work of science. I believe in the power of the brain as director of the body’s functions, particularly the immune system. I believe that the immune system is the biological soul of the body, and essential to its well being. I believe that there is an integral relationship between the spirit, body, and brain. Physical activity like yoga, mediation, and exercise is essential for the good health of the individual. If one wants to live beyond age 100, it is essential to eat well, have a great sense of spirituality, and be physically active.”

A 1973 graduate of Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Dr. Lahita completed his residency in Internal Medicine at New York Presbyterian Hospital from 1973 to 1976 and his fellowship in Immunology and Rheumatology at the Rockefeller University from 1976 to 1978. 

Board certified in rheumatology through the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1997, Dr. Lahita has amassed a distinguished list of affiliations. He is a respected member of the New York Rheumatism Association, the American College of Rheumatology (Master), the New York Academy of Sciences (Fellow), the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Association of Immunologists, the American College of Physicians (Fellow), the American Federation for Clinical Research, the American Medical Association, the American Society for Microbiology, the American Society for Laboratory Immunologists, the Endocrine Society, the Harvey Society, the Royal College of Physicians (Fellow), and the Royal Society of Medicine, among others.

A prolific author, Dr. Lahita has penned over 16 books and 150 scientific publications exploring the intricate relationships between autoimmune diseases, sex hormones, genetics, and environmental factors. His expertise is widely recognized, serving as a reviewer for 15 medical journals and sitting on the editorial boards of three.

Beyond his clinical and academic pursuits, Dr. Lahita is a sought-after media consultant and a familiar face on prominent news outlets such as CBS and NBC News, Fox News and Newsmax. He also brings his expertise to the Forbes Health Advisory Board, and the Board of the Institute for Healthcare Optimization, making him a trusted voice in health and wellness discussions.

As a respected figure in the medical community, Dr. Robert G. Lahita continues to inspire future generations of healthcare professionals through his mentorship, research, and unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes.

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