Personalized Care. Lasting Hope.

MacLean Rheumatology combines 40 years of trusted care with regenerative medicine and integrative, whole-person treatment. As an independent specialist in North County San Diego, Dr. Natalie MacLean offers unhurried, trauma-informed care that looks beyond labs to restore function and quality of life.

What We Treat

Expert care for chronic inflammation, autoimmune disease, and joint health.

Rheumatoid & Psoriatic

Biologics and plans to stop joint damage and manage daily fatigue.

Lupus & Autoimmunity

Diagnosis and management for multi-system immune conditions.

Osteoarthritis & Pain

Non-invasive StemWave treatments to restore mobility and function.

Bone & Osteoporosis

Advanced screening and strengthening protocols to protect your health.

Fibromyalgia & Pain

A trauma-informed approach to calming the nervous system and body.

Gout & Inflammation

Precise treatment to manage acute flares and prevent future recurrence.

Advanced Clinical Support

Experience precise, personalized care in a calm coastal setting. From on-site infusions and real-time ultrasound to StemWave therapy, we offer advanced tools to support your recovery—while staying focused on you, not just your diagnosis.

StemWave Regenerative Therapy

FDA-cleared, non-invasive therapy that supports joint healing and may help delay or avoid surgery. In 20-minute sessions with no needles or downtime, StemWave activates your body’s natural repair response. Most patients notice improvement within 3–5 treatments, with reduced pain and improved mobility.

Meet Your Rheumatology Partner

Dr. Natalie MacLean blends 20 years of expertise with a 40-year practice legacy, offering trauma-informed, whole-person rheumatology care. She goes beyond labs to focus on you, with integrative autoimmune treatment and StemWave therapy.

Surgery-Free Relief

Biologic infusions and regenerative care to help safely avoid unnecessary surgery.

Regenerative Options

StemWave and regenerative therapies guided by rheumatology expertise.

Clinical Capabilities

Expert on-site diagnostics and tailored supplement protocols for your complete recovery.

Your Insurance Options

We accept Medicare and most major PPO plans, including Blue Cross, Anthem, Aetna, and Cigna. For out-of-network or self-pay patients, we provide superbills for reimbursement. Please note we do not accept HMO or Medi-Cal.