The 20 Best Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Walnut Creek, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Arthritis near Walnut Creek, CA. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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31 providers found
    Advanced in Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Kidney Transplant At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Khananian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Khananian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Temporal Arteritis, Raynaud Phenomenon, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Khananian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Arthritis
    Experienced in Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Heart Failure At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vandana Sharma is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Arthritis
    Experienced in Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Heart Failure At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Midori Nishio is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Nishio 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis. Dr. Nishio is currently accepting new patients.

    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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      Experienced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Referral may be required

      Advanced Heart Failure At Walnut Creek

      1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, 
      Walnut Creek, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Raul Romea is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Romea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Romea is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Referral may be required

      Amir A. Jamali, MD Private Practice

      100 N Wiget Ln, Ste 200, 
      Walnut Creek, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amir Jamali is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Jamali 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 Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Jamali is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery - Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery (Sub: Sports Medicine), and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Jamali is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Referral may be required

      Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center - Orthopedics

      1515 Newell Ave, 
      Walnut Creek, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nima Eftekhary is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Eftekhary 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 Lordosis, Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Eftekhary is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Office

      1450 Treat Blvd Ste 300, 
      Walnut Creek, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sue Knight is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Knight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis and Chronic Cough.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Redwood

      2625 Shadelands Dr, 
      Walnut Creek, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Sacco is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Sacco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Redwood

      2625 Shadelands Dr, 
      Walnut Creek, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Afshin Anoushiravani is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Anoushiravani 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 Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Anoushiravani is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Contra Costa Regional Medical Center

      2500 Alhambra Ave, 
      Martinez, CA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rahaf Baker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Martinez, California. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Baker is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine

      Eileen T. Consorti MD

      3000 Colby St Ste 201, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sophia Mirviss is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Mirviss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and ECHO Virus.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Rheumatology

      3600 Broadway, 3rd Floor, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (12.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Manjeet Bhamra is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Bhamra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Adult Still's Disease. Dr. Bhamra is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Allan Lee MD Inc.

      400 Evelyn Ave Ste 107, 
      Albany, CA 
       (12.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kun Huang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albany, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced 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 Myositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Sitosterolemia, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Oakland Care Center

      350 30th Street, Suite 320, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (12.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Suresh Nayar is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Nayar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendinitis, Trigger Thumb, Tenotomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Nayar is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Nayar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Berkeley Outpatient Center

      3100 San Pablo Ave., 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (12.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Barber is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Barber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Barber is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery., Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Barber is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Advanced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      William C Lyon MD A Professional Corporation

      1700 San Pablo Ave Ste A, 
      Pinole, CA 
       (13.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Welborn is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pinole, California. Dr. Welborn is rated as an Advanced 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 Arthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Ganglion Cyst, and Bursitis.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
      Referral may be required
      3000 Colby St, Suite 304, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (11.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lamont Cardon is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Cardon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Ganglion Cyst.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Referral required

      Highland Hospital

      1411 E 31st St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shweta Kishore is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Oakland, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kishore is rated as an Experienced 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 Neurosarcoidosis, Sarcoidosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Kishore is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Highland Hospital

      1411 E 31st St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Distefano is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Distefano 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 Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Referral may be required

      UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

      747 52nd St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (12.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ishaan Swarup is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Swarup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Scoliosis, Knock Knees, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

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      Last Updated: 09/26/2026

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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 Walnut Creek, CA?

      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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