Rheumatology at Monadnock Community Hospital
Please join us in welcoming Jonathan D. Krant, MD, FACP and the new Monadnock Rheumatology Associates (MRA) practice to MCH! Dr. Krant will be leading the team at our new practice, Monadnock Rheumatology Associates, located inside the Oncology and Infusion Therapy Center in the Bond Wellness Center.
Dr. Jonathan Krant brings a wealth of experience as an expert Rheumatology clinician and accomplished researcher with over 30 years of experience. Before joining MCH, Dr. Krant served as Rheumatology Section Chief for Memorial Health System in Marietta, Ohio, and was Chairman of Medicine for Adirondack Health Systems. He also served as the Chief Medical Officer of the Trudeau Institute, both in Saranac Lake, New York. He was the President and CEO of Berkshire Rheumatology Associates in Pittsfield, MA for decades, among other clinical leadership positions. A graduate of the UMass School of Medicine, Dr. Krant also holds a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health.
We are thrilled to have Dr. Krant’s expertise at MCH and look forward to bringing this much needed service to the Monadnock Region.
To schedule a new patient appointment, please call 603-924-2640.
Conditions Treated
Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Diseases:
Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriasis, Psoriatic arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Inflammatory bowel related arthritis (Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis)
Systemic lupus erythematosus, cutaneous, discoid and neonatal lupus
Scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) including systemic and limited disease
CTD/IPF (connective tissue disease with interstitial pulmonary fibrosis)
Still’s disease (Adult-onset JA)
Overlap Syndromes (mixed connective tissue disease, ‘Rhupus ‘ – RA/SLE overlap, others)
Reactive arthritis (post-infectious)
Crystalline Arthritis:
Gout, pseudogout, alkaptonuria (Ochronosis)
Cholesterol embolic disease
Muscle Diseases:
Dermatomyositis, polymyositis, inclusion body myositis
Anti-synthetase syndrome
Rhabdomyositis
Pediatric Arthritis:
Juvenile Arthritis (monoarticular, polyarticular, systemic)
Pediatric SLE
Pediatric dermatomyositis, polymyositis, scleroderma
Soft-tissue Disease:
Bursitis, tendonitis, sacroiliitis
Overuse syndromes
Fibromyalgia
Osteoarthritis:
Joint injection
Generalized disease (massage, topical and systemic therapies)
Analgesia (non-opiate) including NSAIDs, diet, evolving use of NGF-antagonists
GLP-1 therapies and disease modification (weight loss, analgesic benefits, anti-inflammatory therapies)
What Is Rheumatology? Understanding Care for Autoimmune and Musculoskeletal Conditions
Rheumatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on diagnosing and treating autoimmune diseases, joint disorders, and inflammatory conditions affecting the muscles, bones, and connective tissues. Common conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, and osteoporosis. Rheumatologists are specialists who help patients manage chronic symptoms and improve quality of life through medications, therapies, and long-term care plans.
When to See a Rheumatologist
You might be referred to a rheumatologist if you’re experiencing chronic joint pain, fatigue, stiffness, swelling, or autoimmune symptoms. Early diagnosis is key to managing symptoms and preventing long-term damage.
A Note from Dr. Krant
“I prefer to adopt a holistic perspective in patient care, whether it be a combination approach to inflammatory polyarthritis (NSAIDs, DMARDs, Biologics, glucocorticoids) or behavioral change incorporating weight reduction, gabapentinoids, SSRIs and other adjuvant therapies used to change self-perception and pain thresholds which are life limiting. I work closely with the other medical specialties including dermatology, pulmonary and renal medicine, and emphasize clear communication and appreciation of alternative approaches to problem-solving. I look forward to serving the Monadnock Region.”
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Learn more about autoimmune diseases
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