The 20 Best Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Tacoma, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Arthritis near Tacoma, WA. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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27 providers found
    Experienced in Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 2nd & 3rd Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Roxas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Roxas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Roxas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Roxas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Multicare Rheumatology Specialists-Tacoma

    1901 S Cedar St Ste 201, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sayanika Kaur is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kaur is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Kaur is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Multicare Rheumatology Specialists-Tacoma

    1901 S Cedar St Ste 201, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Bengali, Castilian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dina Titova is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Titova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Titova 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
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Franciscan Orthopedic Associates At St. Joseph

      1608 S J Street, 4th Floor, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kathleen Mcdaniel is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Mcdaniel is rated as an Experienced 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 Osteoarthritis, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Axillary Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Mcdaniel is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Mcdaniel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
      Referral may be required

      Franciscan Orthopedic Associates At St. Joseph

      1608 S J Street 4th, Floor, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Grassbaugh is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Grassbaugh 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 Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Grassbaugh is board certified in American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Grassbaugh is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Proliance Surgeons

      7308 Bridgeport Way W, Suite 201, 
      Lakewood, WA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Thomas is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis. Dr. Thomas is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way

      33501 1st Way S., 
      Federal Way, WA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sonam Kiwalkar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Kiwalkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA). Dr. Kiwalkar is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kiwalkar is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Franciscan Rheumatology Associates At St. Francis

      34503 9th Avenue S, Suite 230, 
      Federal Way, WA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Zhijie Zhou is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Zhou 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Zhou is board certified in Internal Medicine And Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhou is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Franciscan Rheumatology Associates At St. Clare

      11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 205, 
      Lakewood, WA 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Manush Sondhi is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Sondhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Myositis. Dr. Sondhi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sondhi is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Referral may be required

      Proliance Surgeons

      2727 Hollycroft St Suite #410, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Vercio is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Vercio 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 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Vercio is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Podiatric Surgery | Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Podiatric Surgery | Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
      Referral may be required

      Proliance Surgeons

      2727 Hollycroft St Suite #410, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Latvian, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Krumins is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Krumins is rated as an Experienced 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 Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Krumins is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Krumins is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
      Referral may be required

      Proliance Surgeons

      2727 Hollycroft St Suite #410, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sean Ghidella is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Ghidella 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 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Ghidella is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery, and American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery, Subspecialty In Hand Surgery. Dr. Ghidella is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Franciscan Orthopedic Associates At St. Joseph

      1608 S J St Fl 4, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Ou is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Ou 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 Infectious Arthritis, Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Ou is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Northwest Medical Specialties, PLLC

      1624 S I St Ste 102, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Li Zhang is a primary care provider, a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dehydration, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Lung Cancer, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine

      Women's Holistic Medical Weight Loss Clinic LLC

      7808 Pacific Ave Ste 4, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rostom Rivera is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis. Dr. Rivera is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Multicare Rheumatology Specialists-Auburn

      202 N Division St Ste 400, 
      Auburn, WA 
       (9.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aneet Kaur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Kaur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Vasculitis. Dr. Kaur is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way

      33501 1st Way S., 
      Federal Way, WA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      Sheng Gao is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Gao 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 Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Arthritis, Necrosis, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Gao is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Franciscan Rheumatology Associates At St. Clare

      11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 205, 
      Lakewood, WA 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Filipino, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
      Offers Telehealth

      Zhiqian Wang is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Rheumatology.

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

      Franciscan Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Associates At St. Clare

      11307 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 220A, 
      Lakewood, WA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      Foster Chen is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Osteoarthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Franciscan Rheumatology Associates - Burien

      16045 1st Ave S 2nd, Floor, 
      Burien, WA 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Igbo, Khmer, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yong Zhu is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Burien, Washington. Dr. Zhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Psoriasis, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Zhu is board certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhu is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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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