The 20 Best Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Doctors Near Me in hampton, VA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 10 doctor with experience in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) near hampton, VA. Of these, 8 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Advanced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Referral may be required

    Riverside Rheumatology Specialists Hampton

    850 Enterprise Parkway, 2000, 
    Hampton, VA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Maxwell is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Maxwell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Sarcoidosis. Dr. Maxwell is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology - Rheumatology. Dr. Maxwell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Sentara Rheumatology Specialists

    4001 Coliseum Drive, Suite 310 A, 
    Hampton, VA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Simple Modi is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Modi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Modi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine - 2027. Dr. Modi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sentara Family Medicine Physicians

    2104 Executive Drive, 
    Hampton, VA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Albert Francis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Francis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome. Dr. Francis is board certified in (Family Medicine), American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine - 2027, and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Francis is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Referral may be required

    Riverside Rheumatology Specialists Hampton

    850 Enterprise Parkway, 2000, 
    Hampton, VA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Caleb Anderson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). His clinical expertise encompasses Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Antisynthetase Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Anderson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Evms

    825 Fairfax Ave, Suite 536, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Seth Berney is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Berney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Dr. Berney is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology - 2027 and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine - 2027. Dr. Berney is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Smithfield Physical Therapy

    20209 Sentara Way, 
    Carrollton, VA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bartholomew Lopresti is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carrollton, Virginia. Dr. Lopresti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Anemia, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Lopresti is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sentara Medical Group

    301 Riverview Ave Ste 900, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Damman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Damman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Damman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Experienced in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    860 Omni Blvd Ste 111, 
    Newport News, VA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kristi Mizelle is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Newport News, Virginia. Dr. Mizelle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Mizelle is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    825 Fairfax Ave Ste 445, 
    Norfolk, VA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Manser is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Manser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Chesapeake Regional Primary Care-South Norfolk

    710 Liberty St, 
    Chesapeake, VA 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dharmesh Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 hampton, VA?

    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 hampton, VA?

    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 hampton, VA?

    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 hampton, VA?

    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 hampton, VA?

    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 hampton, VA?

    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 hampton, VA?

    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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