Benjamin Plotz, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is board-certified in rheumatology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center and UPMC Shadyside Rheumatology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Plotz received his medical degree from State University of New York and completed his residency at George Washington University Hospital, followed by a fellowship at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Dr. Plotz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Sarcoidosis, Gout, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

Niveditha Mohan, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is certified in rheumatology and internal medicine 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 Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. She completed her residency at St Peter's Medical Center and her medical degree at Madras Medical College. Dr. Mohan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Vasculitis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Temporal Arteritis.

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 rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Myositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Antisynthetase Syndrome.

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 rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Scleroma, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Amr Sawalha, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Lupus Center of Excellence and is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Sawalha received his medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology and completed his residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, followed by a fellowship at the University of Michigan Hospital. Dr. Sawalha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Behcet Disease, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Vasculitis, and Takayasu Arteritis.

Jeremy Tilstra, MD, PhD, 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 Lupus Center of Excellence and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Presbyterian. He completed his residency and medical degree at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Tilstra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

Julius Birnbaum, 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 Lupus Center of Excellence and is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Presbyterian. He completed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center and medical degree at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Birnbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Interstitial Keratitis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

Andreea Coca, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians Lupus Center of Excellence and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Mercy. She completed her medical degree at Grigore T Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Dr. Coca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Eales Disease, and Arthritis.

Margaret Lally is a Dermatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lally is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Rosacea.

Antonio Achkar is a Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Achkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.

Ronald Maceyko is a Dermatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maceyko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Rosacea, Warts, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer. Dr. Maceyko is currently accepting new patients.

Santosh Bhusal is a Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bhusal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Bhusal is currently accepting new patients.

Loren Funt is a Dermatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Funt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

Anuradha Bishnoi, MD, specializes in dermatology. She practices at UPMC North Hills Dermatology and UPMC Shadyside Dermatology. Dr. Bishnoi received her medical degree from Maharshi Dayanand University and completed her residency at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research. Dr. Bishnoi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Hypomelanotic Disorder, Vitiligo, Lichen Planus, and Melasma.

Dr. Matthew Macken is a board-certified Family Medicine doctor at Heyl Family Practice in North Hills of Pittsburgh. Dr. Macken sees patients at both the West View and McCandless offices, as well as Passavant Hospital - McCandless. As a primary care provider for a wide range of patients, Dr. Macken has interests in Sports Medicine, Geriatrics and Adult Internal Medicine.When asked what he likes most about what he does as a physician, he stated, “The opportunity to learn more about my patients and their families’ lives. The unique thing about primary care is the ability to treat patients and build relationships that can last a lifetime.” It’s clearly more about providing a high-quality experience for the patient and truly getting to know their needs as they evolve.When asked what his top goal is for his role as a primary care doctor, he indicated it is, “To maintain the best quality of life for each of my patients and their unique medical needs. In reading various reviews of Dr. Macken’s care of patients at the practice, this review described him perfectly."“Dr. Macken listens very carefully with genuine concern and takes his time explaining his treatment plan, as well as answering any questions you may have. He is a top-notch doctor, along with a kind, caring and courteous staff! I highly recommend Dr. Macken, as well as the PAs in his office." -Martha S.Dr. Matthew Macken and Heyl Family Practice providers are currently accepting new patients. Dr. Macken is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Sinusitis.

Laurie Mathie is a Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mathie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Ghassan Alayli is a Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alayli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis. Dr. Alayli is currently accepting new patients.

Holly Lowther is a Rheumatologist in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lowther is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis.

John Chalfant is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carnegie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chalfant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, and Anemia.

Richard Cook is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carnegie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Arthritis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).