The 20 Best Dermatomyositis Doctors Near Me in District of Columbia, US

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The 20 Best Dermatomyositis Doctors in District of Columbia, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Dermatomyositis near District of Columbia, US. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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31 providers found
    Distinguished in Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    Office

    2300 M St NW Ste 900, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hanna Kim is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, and PFAPA.

    Distinguished in Dermatomyositis
    Distinguished in Dermatomyositis

    Medical Faculty Associates, Inc

    900 23rd St Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodolfo Curiel is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Curiel has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Myositis.

    Distinguished in Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    6900 Georgia Ave, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olcay Jones is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Jones is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).

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    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Advanced in Dermatomyositis

    Gw Dermatology-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Silverberg is a Dermatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Silverberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Atopic Dermatitis, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Contact Dermatitis, and Vitiligo.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Hospital Medicine | Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Hospital Medicine | Rheumatology

    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, Inc

    5255 Loughboro Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sahar Lotfi is a Hospital Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lotfi has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), VEXAS Syndrome, and Adult Still's Disease.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Dermatology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 4300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ellen Pritchett is a Dermatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Pritchett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Vitiligo, GAPO Syndrome, and Keloids.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    Gw Dermatology-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karl Saardi is a Dermatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Saardi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Acquired Ichthyosis, Erythroderma, and Exfoliative Dermatitis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    MedStar Health: Dermatology In Washington D.C.

    106 Irving St NW Ste 410 Office, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Helena Pasieka is a Dermatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Pasieka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Calciphylaxis, Erythema Multiforme, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, and Bullous Pemphigoid.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    MedStar Health: Dermatology In Washington D.C.

    106 Irving St NW Ste 410 Office, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Cardis is a Dermatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Cardis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Bullae, Bullous Pemphigoid, Cutis Marmorata Telangiectatica Congenita, and Acquired Ichthyosis.

    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    3800 Reservoir Road Northwest PHC

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Bunker is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Bunker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Scleritis, Sarcoidosis, Dermatomyositis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis.

    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Katz is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Katz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Relapsing Polychondritis, Polymyositis, and Myositis.

    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology | Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology | Allergy and Immunology

    Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

    3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Virginia Steen is a Rheumatologist and an Allergy and Immunologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Steen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Kuru, and Scleroma.

    Shari Diamond
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    ARA DC Dispensary

    2021 K St NW Ste 300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shari Diamond is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Diamond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Reactive Arthritis, and Psoriasis.

    Justin Peng
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatism Associates PC

    2021 K Street NW, Suite 300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Peng is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Peng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Peng is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    110 Irving St Nw # 2a38, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Collins is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Sarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Jung is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Jung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Arthritis, and Dermatomyositis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

    3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Megan Lockwood is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lockwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Raynaud Phenomenon, and Hypersensitivity Vasculitis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

    3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Whelton is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Whelton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Relapsing Polychondritis, and Sarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

    3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terrence Dwyer is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Dwyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Gout, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Dwyer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Howard University Hospital

    2041 Georgia Ave NW # 1R84, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Asia Mubashir is a Rheumatologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Mubashir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Fibromyalgia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Dermatomyositis?

    Dermatomyositis is a disease that involves muscle inflammation and a skin rash. Polymyositis is a similar inflammatory condition that also involves muscle weakness, swelling, tenderness, and tissue damage but no skin rash. Both are part of a larger group of diseases called myopathies, more specifically inflammatory myopathies.

    When should I see a Dermatomyositis doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Dermatomyositis doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Dermatomyositis doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Dermatomyositis doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Dermatomyositis doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Dermatomyositis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dermatomyositis 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 a Dermatomyositis doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    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 Dermatomyositis 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 Dermatomyositis 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 Dermatomyositis doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dermatomyositis 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 a Dermatomyositis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dermatomyositis 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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