Abdelnaser Elkhalili, MD

Dr. Naser Elkhalili is a board-certified rheumatologist with a patient-centered, systematic approach to diagnosing and treating rheumatic diseases. He emphasizes the importance of strong doctor-patient collaboration to achieve accurate diagnoses and successful outcomes, recognizing that rheumatic conditions often affect more than just the joints.

With over six years of research experience as a Principal Investigator and Sub-Investigator, Dr. Elkhalili has led and contributed to numerous clinical trials in areas such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia, and gout. He and his colleagues at Clear Lake Arthritis Clinic are committed to advancing treatment options through clinical research, offering trials as a care pathway for Houston’s diverse population. Their research interests continue to expand to include conditions such as type 2 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, respiratory disorders, hypertension, and women’s health.

Clinical Interests

• Arthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Gout
• Joint Pain
• Limb Pain
• Low Back Pain
• Lupus
• Malaise and Fatigue
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoarthritis of Hand, Knee, Shoulder and Spine
• Osteopenia
• Osteoporosis
• Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
• Psoriatic Arthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Sjögren's Syndrome
• Spondylitis