The 20 Best Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Arlington, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 155 doctor with experience in Arthritis near Arlington, VA. Of these, 125 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Arthritis
    Rheumatology

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Rheumatology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Fl 2 Ste 2303, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gail Kerr is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kerr is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Gout.

    Distinguished in Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    MedStar Health: Orthopedics At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Levine is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Levine is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Acute Pain, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Arthritis
    Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Arthritis
    Geriatrics

    Immediate Housecalls LLC

    4216 Evergreen Ln Ste 121, 
    Annandale, VA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jiho Choi is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Annandale, Virginia. Dr. Choi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Spasticity, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 5, and Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Arthritis?

    Common conditions include: Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Fungal Arthritis, Gonococcal Arthritis

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      Advanced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine

      Gw Primary Care-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

      Washington, DC 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aileen Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Togaviridae Disease, Chikungunya, Septic Arthritis, and Infectious Arthritis.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis

      MedStar Washington Hospital Center

      110 Irving St NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Arthur Weinstein is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Weinstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Arthritis, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Cataract Removal.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis

      Inova Medical Group - Sports Medicine

      1005 North Glebe Rd, 160, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Max Lingamfelter is an orthopedic surgeon board certified in orthopedic surgery specializing in hip and knee reconstruction (total joint replacement). He joined Inova in 2024 and has been practicing since 2015. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Lingamfelter was an adult joint reconstruction surgeon at Kaiser Permanente, Mid-Atlantic. Dr. Lingamfelter’s clinical areas of interest include robotic joint replacement and direct anterior hip replacement, as well as complex and challenging revision cases. He enjoys working together with patients who are motivated by the desire to rebuild their mobility and independence after arthritis has eroded their quality of life. His patient care philosophy is based around a team approach, including all perspectives, that aims to help patients make a decision that is best for them individually, as they know their body best. Dr. Lingamfelter’s goal is to make patients feel comfortable and to help them evaluate and understand their personal circumstances, so they can make an informed decision about which course of treatment is right for them. Dr. Lingamfelter attained additional training through a prestigious reconstruction fellowship while at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. This training involved the most up-to-date and advanced skills in primary joint replacement surgery such as partial knee replacement (unicompartmental and patellofemoral replacements), direct anterior hip replacement, and robotic assisted total joint reconstruction. He provides care for patients with the most complex and challenging total joint problems: post-traumatic arthritis, prior deformity, infections, fractures and failed prior replacement. During his orthopedic surgical residency at Rowan University – Inspira Health Network campus, he gained extensive experience working alongside surgeons at the renowned Rothman Total Joint Institute. He received his doctorate from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, TX. During his undergraduate studies at the University of Houston, he received the distinction of cum laude for his research contributions in the field of biomedical engineering. Dr. Max (as he is known in the clinic) has published many papers and given many lectures on the most up-to-date techniques in joint replacement surgery within the orthopedic community. In his spare time, he enjoys going on long hikes with his children, exercising, woodworking and music. Dr. Lingamfelter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis, Synovitis, Osteonecrosis, and Knee Replacement.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology

      MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

      3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kaitlin Quinn is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Quinn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Takayasu Arteritis, Relapsing Polychondritis, Vasculitis, and MAGIC Syndrome.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Advanced in Arthritis

      MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

      3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Francis Mcguigan is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Mcguigan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Bunions, Claw Foot, Osteoarthritis, and Knee Replacement.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Hand Surgery
      Advanced in Arthritis
      Hand Surgery

      MedStar Health Orthopedics At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

      3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Kessler is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Trigger Thumb.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Advanced in Arthritis

      Senior Objectives

      2300 M St NW, 
      Washington, DC 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Victoria Shanmugam is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shanmugam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology

      ARA DC Dispensary

      2021 K St NW Ste 300, 
      Washington, DC 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Justin Peng is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Peng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Peng is board certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      2800 Shirlington Rd, 11th Fl, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Craig Mcasey is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Mcasey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

      Internal Medicine
      Internal Medicine
      611 South Carlin Springs Rd, 301, 
      Arlington, VA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
      Offers Telehealth

      Preeti Rana is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Rana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Interventional Radiology
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Interventional Radiology

      Office

      2755 Hartland Rd Ste 310, 
      Falls Church, VA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sandeep Bagla is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Bagla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Prostatic Artery Embolization, and Aquablation.

      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Rheumatology

      Office

      10 Center Dr, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mariana Kaplan is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Kaplan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Boils, Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

      Bethesda, MD 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi
      Offers Telehealth

      Bashir Zikria is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Zikria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tenotomy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Zikria is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

      Bethesda, MD 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Gujarati , Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Nirav K. Patel, M.D., M.S., F.R.C.S., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement, with expertise in sports medicine. He has experience in treating young and older adults who have hip and knee injuries, arthritis, fractures and related conditions, as well as in performing a variety of joint replacement and more complex revision procedures. Dr. Patel earned his medical degree with honors from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom (U.K.), and he completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Imperial College London. He then traveled to the U.S., where he completed several orthopaedic fellowships, including an adult reconstruction fellowship at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, an orthopaedic trauma fellowship at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Medical Center in Richmond and a sports medicine fellowship at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. After finishing his training, Dr. Patel returned to VCU, where he was an orthopaedic hip and knee surgeon and was heavily involved in resident and fellow education. He obtained a promotion there to associate professor of orthopaedic surgery. Dr. Patel also has a master’s degree in sports medicine from the University of Bath in the U.K., and he has more than 10 years of experience in providing medical coverage for sports events and teams. In the U.K., he was an event doctor for races and soccer teams. In the U.S., Dr. Patel was an assistant team physician in Philadelphia for the Eagles (NFL), Flyers (NHL), Phillies (MLB) and 76ers (NBA). Dr. Patel’s research focuses on minimizing risks associated with hip and knee surgery, with an emphasis on preoperative optimization and enhancing recovery, including risk management techniques such as opioid-sparing surgery and strategies to help patients return to sports after joint replacement. He co-authored numerous research publications on these topics, and he has received awards for presenting his findings during national and international conferences. He is a member of the editorial board for The Journal of Arthroplasty, and he was the co-chair of the Virginia Orthopaedic Society annual meeting in 2023. Dr. Patel is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, among other professional organizations. Videos Nirav K. Patel, M.D., M.S., F.R.C.S.Joint Replacement Surgeon Returning to Function and Activity after Hip and Knee ReplacementQ&A with Dr. Nirav Patel. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

      Bethesda, MD 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Kannada
      Offers Telehealth

      Sandesh Rao, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee care, with advanced expertise in joint reconstruction and replacement. He offers a full spectrum of treatments, from nonoperative management to minimally invasive hip and knee replacements, partial knee replacement, outpatient joint replacement, and robotic-assisted procedures. Dr. Rao also has specialized training in complex and revision joint replacements including management of periprosthetic fractures and prosthetic joint infections. He utilizes multiple approaches to hip replacement surgery —including direct anterior, anterolateral, direct lateral, and posterolateral. The ultimate goal is to collaborate with patients to deliver care that is personalized, holistic and patient-centered. A native of the D.C. area, Dr. Rao earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital Osler Medical Residency Program, becoming board-certified in internal medicine before pursuing orthopaedic surgery. He went on to complete his orthopaedic surgery residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital and fellowship training in adult reconstruction at Rush University in Chicago. Dr. Rao is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Maryland Orthopaedic Association, and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He has authored over 50 publications and presented his research at national meetings. His research interests include identifying strategies to best optimize patients for hip and knee replacement surgery while striving to identify strategies to minimize risk in the process. Outside of work, Dr. Rao enjoys spending time with his family and playing tennis and basketball. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Kienbock's Disease, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Rao is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

      Orthopedics
      Orthopedics

      Washington Ortho And Knee

      8316 Arlington Blvd Ste 510, 
      Fairfax, VA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi

      Mehrdad Malek is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Malek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Synovitis.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Gw Rheumatology-West End: 2300 M Street

      2300 M St NW Fl 9, 
      Washington, DC 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Patience White is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Arthritis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).

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      Last Updated: 04/28/2026

      What is the definition of Arthritis?

      Arthritis is inflammation or degeneration of one or more joints. A joint is the area where 2 bones meet. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis.

      When should I see an Arthritis doctor near Arlington, VA?

      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 an Arthritis doctor near Arlington, VA?

      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 Arthritis doctors near Arlington, VA?

      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 Arthritis doctors near Arlington, VA?

      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 an Arthritis doctor near Arlington, VA?

      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 Arthritis doctor search results page. 

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

      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 an Arthritis doctor near Arlington, VA?

      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 Arthritis doctor?

      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 Arthritis doctor 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 Arthritis doctors near Arlington, VA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Arthritis doctor 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 an Arthritis doctor that offers video calls?

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

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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