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    8,485 providers found
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions

      Unmc Physicians

      Emile 42nd St, 
      Omaha, NE 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, American Sign Language
      Accepting New Patients

      Bryant England is a Rheumatologist in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. England is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Gout. Dr. England is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions

      Riverside Physician Services Inc

      850 Enterprise Pkwy, Suite 2000, 
      Hampton, VA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chase Correia is a Rheumatologist in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Correia is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Correia is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Rheumatology | Pediatric Surgery
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Rheumatology | Pediatric Surgery

      University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc

      1 S Park St, 
      Madison, WI 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shivani Garg is a Rheumatologist and a Pediatric Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Garg is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Embolectomy, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Garg is currently accepting new patients.

      Rula Hajj
      Expertise in
      34
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      34
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rula Hajj is a Rheumatologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Hajj has been practicing medicine for over 37 years is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vasculitis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Scleritis, and Goodpasture Syndrome.

      Soumya Chatterjee
      Expertise in
      31
      conditions
      Expertise in
      31
      conditions

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Soumya Chatterjee is a Rheumatologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Chatterjee is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Sjogren Syndrome.

      Brian Mandell
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      53+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Brian Mandell is a Rheumatologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mandell has been practicing medicine for over 53 years is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gout, Necrotizing Vasculitis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

      Philip Seo
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Philip Seo is an Associate Professor in the Division of Rheumatology. A graduate of Harvard College and the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University, Dr. Seo completed his Internal Medicine training as a member of the Osler Medical Service at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Since then, he has worked at Johns Hopkins in several capacities, including as a hospitalist at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, and as an Assistant Chief of Service of the Department of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, before joining the Division of Rheumatology. Dr. Seo is the Director of the Johns Hopkins Vasculitis Center and Director of the Johns Hopkins Rheumatology Fellowship Program. His clinical interests lie in the assessment and treatment of patients with systemic vasculitis, in particular, the ANCA-associated vasculitides, which include granulomatosis with polyangiitis, microscopic polyangiitis, and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis. Dr. Seo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Vasculitis, Microscopic Polyangiitis, Takayasu Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Michelle Petri
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French

      Michelle Petri, M.D. is a Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She attended medical school at Harvard University and fulfilled her internal medicine residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital. In addition, she completed two fellowship programs at the University of California, San Francisco in allergy and immunology and rheumatology. Dr. Petri is the Director of the Hopkins Lupus Cohort, a longitudinal study of morbidity and mortality in systemic lupus erythematosus, and Co-Director of the Hopkins Lupus Pregnancy Center. Dr. Petri is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Tenotomy, and Osteotomy.

      Arezou Khosroshahi
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions

      Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

      1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
      Atlanta, GA 
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi
      Offers Telehealth

      Arezou Khosroshahi is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Khosroshahi has been practicing medicine for over 25 years is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are IgG4-Related Disease, Lupus Nephritis, Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD), and MAGIC Syndrome.

      Eric M. Ruderman
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions

      Northwestern Medicine Rheumatology

      675 N St Clair St, Ste 14-100, Galter Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Ruderman is a Rheumatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ruderman is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Arthritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Ruderman is currently accepting new patients.

      Julie Paik
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean

      Dr. Julie Paik completed her medical school training at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. She then completed her residency and chief residency at UCLA-Cedars-Sinai/VA Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. She completed rheumatology fellowship at Johns Hopkins and joined the faculty in 2013. She currently sees patients at the Johns Hopkins Myositis Center and Scleroderma Center. Her research interests are in myositis and scleroderma or overlap myositis. She also has a special interest in novel therapeutics in refractory dermatomyositis. This provider is registered with the Florida Department of Health to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida. Dr. Paik is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Myositis, and Scleroderma.

      Alan Baer
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Floor 1, Floor 1, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Alan Baer graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1978 and completed his post-graduate medical training in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at the Johns Hopkins and Vanderbilt University Hospitals. He was a faculty member at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York, from 1986 to 2007, and served there as Chief of the Section of Rheumatology and Fellowship Program Director. He joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins in 2007 and is currently Professor of Medicine and Director of the Jerome L. Greene Sjogren's Syndrome Center. Since 2015, he has been an Investigator in the Sjogren's Syndrome Clinic at the National Institutes of Health. He was Chief of Rheumatology and Clinical Director of the Johns Hopkins University Rheumatology Practice at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland from 2007 to 2014. Dr. Baer is currently engaged in a number of research studies in the area of Sjogren's syndrome, both at Johns Hopkins and in the NIH Sjogren's Syndrome Clinic. He was the principal investigator of the NIH subcontract to Johns Hopkins to conduct the Sjogren's International Registry (SICCA) and enrolled 300 patients into the registry. The SICCA registry has been a rich source of clinical data and biospecimens for research that Dr. Baer is conducting with colleagues at both Hopkins and the University of California-San Francisco. He is conducting a longitudinal observational study of patients with Sjogren's syndrome. Dr. Baer is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Interstitial Keratitis.

      Lisa Christopher
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Christopher-Stine is the Co-Founder and Director of the Johns Hopkins Myositis Center. She is a Professor of Medicine and Neurology. She is a longstanding core faculty member of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine College Advisory Program and serves as the Co-Chair of the Johns Hopkins Institutional Review Board (IRB 5). Dr. Christopher-Stine graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. in chemistry from Franklin and Marshall College; was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha at Hahnemann University School of Medicine, where she received her MD degree, and she attained her Masters of Public Health degree from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Her internship and residency training were completed at MCP Hahnemann University, where she also served as Chief Resident. She pursued her rheumatology fellowship training at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Christopher is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Myositis, Polymyositis, Dermatomyositis, and Inclusion Body Myositis.

      Christopher Mecoli
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Christopher A. Mecoli is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His area of clinical expertise is rheumatology. A physician-scientist, Dr. Mecoli serves on the faculty of Johns Hopkins Myositis Center and Johns Hopkins Scleroderma Center. He earned his M.D. from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He completed an internal medicine residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a rheumatology fellowship at Johns Hopkins. He also holds an M.H.S. in clinical investigation from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Mecoli is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Myositis, Scleroderma, and Polymyositis.

      Laura Hummers
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Floor 1, Floor 1, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laura Hummers is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology. She graduated from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and trained in internal medicine at Thomas Jefferson University. She then pursued her rheumatology fellowship at Johns Hopkins University and has since been on the faculty working at the Johns Hopkins Scleroderma Center since 2003 where she has been Co-Director of the Center. She received her ScM degree through the Graduate Training Program in Clinical Investigation from the Bloomberg School of Public Health in 2010. Dr. Hummers also serves as Clinical Director for the Division of Rheumatology. Dr. Hummers actively participates in a number of clinical trials and clinical investigations at the Scleroderma Center and has a particular interest in predictors of outcomes in scleroderma. She actively manages a large patient practice focused exclusively on scleroderma and related conditions at Johns Hopkins and actively helps to manage the Johns Hopkins Scleroderma Center longitudinal database. She also has specific expertise in other scleroderma-like conditions such as scleromyxedema, scleredema and eosinophilic fasciitis. Dr. Hummers is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Eosinophilic Fasciitis, and Scleroma.

      Richard A. Furie
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Rheumatology At Great Neck

      865 Northern Boulevard, Suite 302, 
      Great Neck, NY 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Furie is a Rheumatologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Furie is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

      Robyn T. Domsic
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      8
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      UPMC St. Margaret Rheumatology

      200 Delafield Road, St Margaret Medical Arts Bldg, Suite 4040, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robyn Domsic, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology and is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. She completed her medical degree at University of Iowa College of Medicine. Dr. Domsic is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Raynaud Phenomenon, and Scleroma.

      Fredrick Wigley
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Wigley received his M.D. degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency at Johns Hopkins where he also trained in a postdoctoral fellowship program. Dr. Wigley is a physician-scientist whose specialty is Raynaud’s phenomenon and scleroderma. He founded The Johns Hopkins Scleroderma Center with Robert A. Wise, M.D., of the Johns Hopkins Division of Pulmonary Medicine. Dr. Wigley has been honored with two American College of Rheumatology awards over the past couple years. He received the ACR Distinguished Clinician Scholar Award in 2009 and the ACR Masters Award in 2011. Dr. Wigley is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Raynaud Phenomenon, and Scleroma.

      Robert A. Lafyatis
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions

      UPMC Arthritis And Autoimmunity Center

      3601 5th Avenue, Suite 2B, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Lafyatis, MD, is a rheumatologist and is certified in rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is  the Thomas Medsger Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from University of Cincinnati and completed his residency at Wake Forest School of Medicine, followed by his fellowship at National Institutes of Health. Dr. Lafyatis’s clinical interests include systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) and its complications in the skin and lungs. His research interests include understanding the underlying cause of scleroderma and finding new treatments. Dr. Lafyatis directs the University of Pittsburgh/University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Scleroderma Center and the National Institutes of Health, Center for Scleroderma Research Translation.  He has over 200 peer-reviewed publications and co-authors the Textbook of Rheumatology chapter on Scleroderma Pathogenesis. Dr. Lafyatis is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Scleroma, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      Sophia C. Weinmann
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions

      Duke Infusion Center South Durham

      234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, 
      Durham, NC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Growing up I always loved science. A career in medicine was a natural fit for me, as it combined my love of people with my love for science. I further pursued rheumatology because it is a refreshing challenge to help people with rare diseases. There is so much opportunity for educating patients about their body, and helping them live better lives. Here at Duke Health, I collaborate with the Duke Cancer Institute taking care of patients with rheumatologic diseases and cancers. I also work with the oncologists helping manage specific patients on immune checkpoint blockades for their cancer therapy. Restoring hope to patients in order to help them achieve their goals is always my approach to individualized patient care. Dr. Weinmann is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis.

      Ana-maria Orbai
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Romanian

      Dr. Ana-Maria Orbai is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include rheumatology and psoriatic arthritis. Dr. Orbai earned her M.D. from the Iuliu Hatieganu School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, in Romania. She completed internship and residency training in internal medicine at the Johns Hopkins University-Sinai Hospital program. Subsequently, Dr. Orbai completed her post-doctoral fellowship training in rheumatology at Johns Hopkins. During her fellowship she earned her Master in Health Sciences degree in Clinical Investigation at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Orbai directs the Psoriatic Arthritis Program in the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center. Her clinical focus is psoriatic arthritis and spodyloarthritis. Dr. Orbai's research aims to understand psoriatic disease subtypes and improve treatment strategies for people with psoriatic arthritis. Dr. Orbai was awarded a Rheumatology Research Foundation Scientist Development award in 2014 and a Jerome L Greene Foundation Scholar award in 2018. Dr. Orbai is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

      Siamak Moghadam
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      UPMC Arthritis And Autoimmunity Center

      3601 5th Avenue, Suite 2B, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, German
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Siamak Moghadam-Kia, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is certified in internal medicine and rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Presbyterian. He received his medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital / Medstar Washington Hospital Center, followed by his rheumatology fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Moghadam is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Antisynthetase Syndrome.

      Andrea Fava
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Floor 7, 
      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Italian, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrea Fava is a Rheumatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Fava is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Scleroderma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

      Sergio A. Jimenez
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      233 South 10th Street, Suite 509, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Sergio Jimenez is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jimenez is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome, and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

      David Mael
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Rheumatology
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Rheumatology

      Advocate Medical Group Rheumatology

      3000 N Halsted St, Ste 820, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Mael is a Rheumatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mael is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis.

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      When should I see a Rheumatologist near me?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Rheumatologist near me?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Rheumatologists near me?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Rheumatologists near me?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Rheumatologist?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatologist search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Rheumatologist?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Rheumatologist near me?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Rheumatologist?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Rheumatologist may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Rheumatologists near me?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Rheumatologist that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Rheumatologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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