Years Practicing Rheumatology

35+ years

About Dr. Paul Sutej

Dr. Paul Sutej is a board-certified, fellowship-trained rheumatologist at Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia, serving patients in Sandy Springs, Atlanta, and the surrounding communities. With more than 35 years of rheumatology experience, Dr. Sutej provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients with arthritis, autoimmune diseases, and complex inflammatory conditions. He is dedicated to building long-term patient relationships and creating personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s diagnosis, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals.

Primary Specialty

Rheumatology

Education and Credentials

Graduate School
Master of Medicine, 1988
University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Residency
Residency in Internal Medicine, 1985
University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg Hospital, Johannesburg, South Africa

Fellowship
Rheumatology, 1990
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1993
American Board of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty in Rheumatology, 1994

Academic Appointments

Associate Professor: 2000-2004
Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Rheumatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Assistant Professor: 1992-1999
Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Rheumatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Affiliations

Dr. Sutej has been an active member of the American College of Rheumatology since 1986.

Recognition

Atlanta Magazine’s Top Doctors: 2012-2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Regional Top Doctor from 2012-2020
Modern Luxury – The Atlantan Magazine: 2022, 2023, 2024

Passion for Rheumatology

Dr. Sutej is passionate about rheumatology because it allows him to build lasting relationships with patients while helping them manage complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. He considers it a privilege to guide patients through their treatment options, explain complex medical decisions in a clear and practical way, and monitor their progress over time. He is especially motivated by the continued advances in rheumatology that give patients more effective options for improving symptoms, function, and quality of life.

Interests

Dr. Sutej enjoys running and lifting weights to stay active. He also enjoys an occasional round of golf and watching a variety of sports. Most importantly, he cherishes spending time with his grandchildren.