Infusion Therapy for Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

Expert IBD Care from Delaware’s Rheumatology and Infusion Specialists

Infusion Solutions of Delaware  |  infusionsolutions.com
Dover  |  Milford  |  Newark

If you are living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis (UC), finding the right care team matters as much as finding the right medication. At Infusion Solutions of Delaware, we work closely with gastroenterologists throughout Delaware to provide biologic infusion therapy in a setting designed specifically for patients with complex, chronic immune-mediated diseases.

Our clinical team has extensive experience administering biologic therapies used to treat both inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatologic conditions. Whether your care is managed by a gastroenterologist alone or involves multiple specialists, we focus on delivering safe, convenient infusion care while maintaining close communication with your referring providers.

The Connection Between IBD and Rheumatologic Disease

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are not just GI conditions. Up to 30 percent of IBD patients also experience extraintestinal manifestations, including joint inflammation, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis, and other immune-mediated conditions that fall within the scope of rheumatology.

Because many biologic medications are used across both gastroenterology and rheumatology, our team has extensive experience caring for patients with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases. We frequently collaborate with gastroenterologists caring for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as patients who may have overlapping rheumatologic symptoms such as inflammatory arthritis.

Learn more about the conditions we treat at infusionsolutions.com/conditions.

What Is Biologic Infusion Therapy for IBD?

Biologic medications are IV-administered drugs that target the specific proteins in the immune system responsible for the chronic inflammation driving Crohn’s and UC. Delivered directly into the bloodstream, they bypass the GI tract entirely and provide more consistent, reliable therapeutic levels than oral alternatives, which can be poorly absorbed when the intestinal lining is inflamed.

Commonly prescribed biologics for inflammatory bowel disease include Remicade (infliximab), Entyvio (vedolizumab), and Stelara (ustekinumab). Many of these same medications are also used to treat rheumatologic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, making our team’s experience with biologics especially broad and relevant to IBD patients.

See the full list of biologic therapies we offer at infusionsolutions.com/treatments.

What to Expect at Your Infusion Appointment

Most biologic infusions take between 1 and 3 hours. You will be settled into a comfortable infusion suite where one of our clinical team members will administer your medication through a small IV and monitor you throughout the session. Our environment is calm, private, and designed to make the experience as easy as possible.

Infusion schedules vary by medication, typically ranging from every few weeks to every few months. Our team coordinates closely with your referring gastroenterologist or rheumatologist to ensure your schedule aligns with your treatment plan.

Visit our patient resources page for new patient forms, insurance information, and everything you need before your first visit.

Why Delaware Patients Choose Infusion Solutions

Infusion Solutions of Delaware has been serving patients across the state since 2006. Our practice was founded on the belief that patients with complex, chronic conditions deserve coordinated, high-quality outpatient care without the cost and inconvenience of hospital-based infusion. Here is what sets us apart for IBD patients:

• Extensive experience with biologic therapies used to treat immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases
• Experienced clinical staff with hands-on biologic administration for both IBD and rheumatologic conditions
• Coordination with your gastroenterologist and any other specialists managing your care
• Prior authorization and insurance support handled in-house so you can focus on your health
• Three convenient locations across Delaware in Dover, Milford, and Newark
• A patient-first practice model built around quality, accessibility, and affordability

Have questions about insurance coverage or patient assistance programs? Visit our insurance and patient assistance page to learn more.

Our Locations Across Delaware

• Dover
  1100 Forrest Avenue
  Dover, DE 19904
  Phone: 302-674-4627
• Milford
  1003 Mattlind Way
  Milford, DE 19963
  Phone: 302-674-4627
• Newark
  537 Stanton Christiana Road
  Newark, DE 19713
  Phone: 302-683-9400

With three locations across the state, quality infusion care is never far from home.

Ready to Get Started?

Ask your gastroenterologist or rheumatologist for a referral, or submit a request directly through our online referral form. You can also visit infusionsolutions.com to learn more about our services, locations, and care team.

Dover  |  Milford  |  Newark  |  302-674-4627  |  infusionsolutions.com

This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your physician, gastroenterologist, or rheumatologist to determine whether infusion therapy is appropriate for your condition.