The 20 Best Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Doctors Near Me in Connecticut, US

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The 20 Best Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Doctors in Connecticut, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 101 doctor with experience in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) near Connecticut, US. Of these, 84 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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101 providers found
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Yale University

    20 York St, 
    New Haven, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Oana Zaha is a Rheumatologist in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Zaha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), RASopathies, and Relapsing Polychondritis.

    Distinguished in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Internal Medicine

    Dr. Robert E. Levin

    131 Boston Post Rd Ste 5, 
    East Lyme, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Levin is an Internal Medicine provider in East Lyme, Connecticut. Dr. Levin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Healthnomic Partners/Sagebrush Health

    105 Newtown Rd, 
    Danbury, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Roseff is a Rheumatologist in Danbury, Connecticut. Dr. Roseff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease.

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    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Office

    33 Germantown Rd Ste 1, 
    Danbury, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alla Rudinskaya is a Rheumatologist in Danbury, Connecticut. Dr. Rudinskaya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    111 Salem Tpke, 
    Norwich, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandeep Varma is a Rheumatologist in Norwich, Connecticut. Dr. Varma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriasis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    Office

    60 Temple St Ste 6A, 
    New Haven, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Disabatino is a Rheumatologist in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Disabatino is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Necrotizing Vasculitis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    New England Rheumatology LLC

    12 Case St Ste 212, 
    Norwich, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harjinder Chowdhary is a Rheumatologist in Norwich, Connecticut. Dr. Chowdhary is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Sjogren Syndrome.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine

    Rheumatology Specialists Of Connecticut

    543 N Main St, Ste A, 
    Manchester, CT 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Quan is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in Manchester, Connecticut. Dr. Quan has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Chondrocalcinosis 2, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Quan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    Northeast Medical Group Inc

    5 Perryridge Rd, 
    Greenwich, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lana Bernstein is a Rheumatologist in Greenwich, Connecticut. Dr. Bernstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Polyarteritis Nodosa, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Internal Medicine

    New Haven Rheumatology PC

    47 Clapboard Hill Rd Ste 2, 
    Guilford, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Schoen is an Internal Medicine provider in Guilford, Connecticut. Dr. Schoen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lyme Disease, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    41 Germantown Rd, 
    Danbury, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Trock is a Rheumatologist in Danbury, Connecticut. Dr. Trock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    Eye Life Vision LLC

    1131 West St Ste 1, 
    Southington, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Manning is a Rheumatologist in Southington, Connecticut. Dr. Manning is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Starling Physicians PLLC

    300 Kensington Ave, 
    New Britain, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yousong Wang is a Rheumatologist in New Britain, Connecticut. Dr. Wang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    Mclean Fund

    75 Great Pond Rd, 
    Simsbury, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Scola is a Rheumatologist in Simsbury, Connecticut. Dr. Scola is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Raynaud Phenomenon.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Rheumatology Associates P.C.

    195 Eastern Blvd, Suite 201, 
    Glastonbury, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Vischio is a Rheumatologist in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Dr. Vischio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Gout, and Psoriasis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    135 Division St, 
    Ansonia, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Moses is a Rheumatologist in Ansonia, Connecticut. Dr. Moses is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Temporal Arteritis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology

    Stamford Health Medical Group Rheumatology

    637 West Ave, 
    Norwalk, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Beger is a Rheumatologist in Norwalk, Connecticut. Dr. Beger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Adult Still's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    University Of Connecticut Health Center

    263 Farmington Ave, 
    Farmington, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Santhanam Lakshminarayanan is a Rheumatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Lakshminarayanan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)

    Yale University

    6 Devine St, 
    North Haven, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cristina Brunet is a Rheumatologist in North Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Brunet is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Scleroderma.

    Weishali Joshi
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine

    Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group-Rheumatology

    1000 Asylum Ave, Ste 2115, 
    Hartford, CT 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Weishali Joshi is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Joshi has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Joshi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)?

    Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a form of vasculitis, a group of disorders that cause inflammation of blood vessels. GCA most commonly affects the arteries of the head (especially the temporal arteries, located on each side of the head), but arteries in other areas of the body can also become inflamed. The inflammation causes the arteries to narrow, resulting in poor blood flow. Symptoms when arteries in the head are involved may include a throbbing headache on one side or the back of the head, tenderness of the scalp, flu-like symptoms, and/or problems with eyesight. Symptoms when other arteries are involved depend on the location of those arteries. The cause of GCA is still being studied, but it is thought to involve the immune system mistakenly attacking the artery walls. Several genetic and environmental factors may increase a person's risk to develop GCA. GCA may develop with or after another inflammatory disorder known as polymyalgia rheumatica.

    When should I see a Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctor in Connecticut, 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctor in Connecticut, 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctors in Connecticut, 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctors in Connecticut, 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctor in Connecticut, 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctor in Connecticut, 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctors in Connecticut, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) 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 Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) 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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