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Arthritis Associates

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4.9
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Dr. Julio Beras Matos is an exceptional rheumatologist, to say the least. I spent seven years suffering from debilitating symptoms that were overlooked or dismissed as mere anxiety. I first met Dr. Beras Matos in May 2022 for a ne... Read more Dr. Julio Beras Matos is an exceptional rheumatologist, to say the least. I spent seven years suffering from debilitating symptoms that were overlooked or dismissed as mere anxiety. I first met Dr. Beras Matos in May 2022 for a new patient consultation. He was incredibly patient and took the time to truly listen as I explained my medical history and the symptoms I had been experiencing for the previous seven years, symptoms that progressively worsened with each passing year. After performing lab work and a thorough physical assessment, he told me, “I believe you have systemic lupus.” At the time, it was a devastating diagnosis to receive, but I was also relieved and deeply grateful to finally have answers and, more importantly, to finally have a physician who believed me instead of dismissing my symptoms once again. Over the last four years, Dr. Beras Matos has guided me through this lupus journey, and to say it has been tumultuous would be an understatement. He has always taken the time to sit and listen to me. There have been many tearful moments, and his compassion as a physician reflects the kind of person he truly is. He has always allowed me to actively participate in my treatment plan and respected my hesitations regarding certain medications, including azathioprine, methotrexate, Benlysta, and Saphnelo. He gave me the time and space to process difficult decisions and revisit treatment options when my symptoms worsened. He has truly exhausted every tool in his rheumatology arsenal to help treat my systemic lupus and chronic pleurisy. When I hoped to become pregnant, he transitioned me to azathioprine. When Benlysta failed to control my symptoms, he moved on to Saphnelo. When azathioprine was no longer effective, he started methotrexate. During my lupus flares, he has consistently accommodated me, making time to call me or see me urgently in clinic to help get my symptoms under control with steroids. Dr. Beras Matos is clearly passionate about rheumatology and autoimmune disease. He is eager to stay informed on emerging research and future treatments currently being studied in clinical trials that may one day improve the lives of his patients. He has been a constant guiding force throughout my illness, someone I know I can turn to when lupus fails me, someone who will help me search for answers and solutions. From 2022 to 2024, my lupus became so severe that I was unable to work. Today, I am able to work full-time as a nurse while also pursuing my education to become a nurse practitioner. I was able to plan my wedding and get married. I truly feel like I have my life back. It may not be the same life I had before lupus, but it is a life filled with far more gratitude for the good days and far more hope for what lies ahead. I remain hopeful about the research being done in systemic lupus erythematosus and the new therapies currently in clinical trials that may soon become FDA approved. And I know Dr. Beras Matos will be among the first to learn about them so he can continue providing his patients with more treatment options and a better quality of life. Systemic lupus can be a devastating diagnosis, as I learned in 2022. But four years later, I have learned that when you have a great rheumatologist by your side, it becomes far less frightening because you face it together, as a team.
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Sheniell G. • June 02, 2026
Dr. Beras Matos really listens - which is so unusual these days. He has a perfect bedside manner - he is clearly a doctor who CARES! He did not diminish any of what I told him I was experiencing. Unlike other doctors, he wants t... Read more Dr. Beras Matos really listens - which is so unusual these days. He has a perfect bedside manner - he is clearly a doctor who CARES! He did not diminish any of what I told him I was experiencing. Unlike other doctors, he wants to know about all my concerns - not just limit the discussion to his specific specialty. I’ve been struggling with my symptoms for almost a year - he and my PCP looked at everything as a whole & explained blood results which have been abnormal for a long time - explained what the result indicates & which organ is impacted. I’ve been being told for a year that all my results looked “good” and my symptoms were in my head or I’m just “dehydrated.” Dr. Beras Matos tested me for everything he suspected & gave me some over the counter medications which would help alleviate some of the symptoms until lab results come back. His lab tech was so incredibly kind as was his front desk. Highly recommend him!
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Savita R. • June 11, 2026
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About Arthritis Associates

About Our Practice

Arthritis Associates is the premier rheumatology practice that has been serving San Antonio and South Texas since 1978. Our clinic has six Board-Certified Rheumatologists as well as multiple Nurse practitioners and Physician Assistants trained and certified by the American College of Rheumatology. Arthritis Associates features state-of-the-art technologies including a high-complexity COLA Certified laboratory, digital X-Ray, DEXA, and infusion therapy suite. Our expert team treats patients aged 12 and up in a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.

Our exceptional team of rheumatology specialists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners are experienced, board-certified, licensed, and well-educated. We treat patients who have rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, vasculitis, inflammatory bowel diseases, and other inflammatory conditions.

Our team at Arthritis Associates offers trigger point injections, lifestyle coaching, IV infusion therapy, and other holistic therapies to reduce ongoing pain and give our patients the better quality of life they deserve. We create personalized treatment plans with highly effective outcomes.

Arthritis Associates accepts most insurance plans and is easy to access by car or bus. Schedule an appointment by calling or booking online today.

 

Insurances

  • AARP
  • AIG
  • Aetna
  • Alliance
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Health
  • Assurant Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Colonial Life

Specialties

  • Rheumatologist
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Physician Assistant

Services

  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Behcet’s Disease
  • Bursitis
  • Dermatomyositis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • IV Infusion Therapy
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoporosis

Locations (1)

Arthritis Associates

4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Providers (11)

Dr. Pendleton Wickersham, MD
4.9491115 (1238)

Dr. Pendleton Wickersham, MD

Rheumatologist

4.9 (1238)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Dr. Jose Roldan, MD,MS
4.913504 (1133)

Dr. Jose Roldan, MD,MS

Rheumatologist

4.9 (1133)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Dr. Luis Zuniga-Montes, MD
4.8547889 (971)

Dr. Luis Zuniga-Montes, MD

Rheumatologist

4.9 (971)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Dr. Gerald Rosenberg, MD
4.9298643 (884)

Dr. Gerald Rosenberg, MD

Rheumatologist

4.9 (884)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Dr. Matthew Mosbacker, MD
4.8162762 (811)

Dr. Matthew Mosbacker, MD

Rheumatologist

4.8 (811)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Ms. Alison Polston, FNP-C
4.9292763 (608)

Ms. Alison Polston, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

4.9 (608)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Ms. Christine Steffano, FNP
4.9308072 (607)

Ms. Christine Steffano, FNP

Nurse Practitioner

4.9 (607)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Mr. Ryan Wohlrabe, PA
4.8799076 (433)

Mr. Ryan Wohlrabe, PA

Physician Assistant

4.9 (433)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Ms. Amanda Gonzalez, NP
4.877551 (343)

Ms. Amanda Gonzalez, NP

Nurse Practitioner

4.9 (343)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Dr. Julio Beras-Matos, MD
4.912037 (216)

Dr. Julio Beras-Matos, MD

Rheumatologist

4.9 (216)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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Ellen Lonsdale, APRN, FNP-C
4.91133 (203)

Ellen Lonsdale, APRN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

4.9 (203)
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd
Ste 150
San Antonio, TX, 78229
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