The 20 Best Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Doctors Near Me in Saint Petersburg, FL

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The 20 Best Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Doctors near Saint Petersburg, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) near Saint Petersburg, FL. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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

    Aging Well Associates

    4320 Central Ave, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Eichenbaum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Eichenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Newborn Jaundice, Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Eichenbaum is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Family Medicine

    St Anthony's Primary Care LLC

    116 1st St N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarnia Singh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Hypothyroidism.

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

    SC Physicians LLC

    620 10th St N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abie Samuel is a Rheumatologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Samuel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), IgG4-Related Disease, Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD), and MAGIC Syndrome.

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    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Family Medicine

    Professional Health Care Of Pinellas LLC

    1839 Central Ave, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pedro Morales is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Morales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Morales is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bay Area Arthritis And Rheumatology Associates PLLC

    710 94th Ave N, Suite 307, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bosnian, Serbian, Serbo Croatian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Slavica Bobic is a Rheumatologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Bobic 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), Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Bobic is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology | Geriatrics
    6711 38th Ave N, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Fellipe Oliveira is a Rheumatologist and a Geriatrics provider in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Oliveira is rated as an Experienced 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 Osteoporosis. Dr. Oliveira is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Allergy and Immunology | Rheumatology
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Allergy and Immunology | Rheumatology

    Allergy & Rheumatology Associates LLC

    5100 Seminole Blvd, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ginige Desilva is an Allergy and Immunologist and a Rheumatologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Desilva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Desilva is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Allergy & Rheumatology Associates LLC

    5100 Seminole Blvd, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Spuza is a Rheumatologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Spuza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Spuza is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Suncoast Internal Medicine Consultants, P.A

    13644 Walsingham Rd, 
    Largo, FL 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Digiovanni is a Rheumatologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Digiovanni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections. Dr. Digiovanni is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Suncoast Internal Medicine Consultants

    13644 Walsingham Rd, 
    Largo, FL 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rubaiya Mallay is a Rheumatologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Mallay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD), Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, and MAGIC Syndrome.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    1301 2nd Ave SW, 
    Largo, FL 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mary Youngblood is a Rheumatologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Youngblood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Youngblood is currently accepting new patients.

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

    American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates LLC

    2919 W Swann Ave Ste 402, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Carter is a Rheumatologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Reactive Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriasis. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Wellmed At Apollo Beach

    415 Apollo Beach Blvd, 
    Apollo Beach, FL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Blazejowski is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Apollo Beach, Florida. Dr. Blazejowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Tracheitis. Dr. Blazejowski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Carolyn Schroeder Connelly MD PA

    2919 W Swann Ave Ste 404, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carolyn Connelly is a Rheumatologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Connelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Felty Syndrome.

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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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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 near Saint Petersburg, FL?

    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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