The 20 Best Infectious Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Gainesville, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Infectious Arthritis near Gainesville, FL. Of these, 27 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Simon C. Mears
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Simon C. Mears
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-273-7002
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Simon Mears is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Mears is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Caffey Disease, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Mears is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required
    1600 Sw Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-733-0111
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaiben George is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. George is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Sanil Thomas
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Sanil Thomas
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    HCA Florida North Florida Hospital Wound Care And Hyperbaric Medicine

    6400 W Newberry Rd Ste 104, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Sanil Thomas is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Florida Orthopaedic Institute - Gainesville

    7540 W University Ave, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chancellor Gray is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Gray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Gray is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine Institute

    3450 Hull Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    352-273-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Vlasak is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Vlasak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Vlasak is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Marie Alixe-Kima
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Marie Alixe-Kima
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Marie Alixe Kima, MD

    500 NW 43rd St Ste 1, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Marie Alixe-Kima is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Alixe-Kima is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Pustules, Infectious Arthritis, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Alixe-Kima is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Pooja R. Gurram
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Pooja R. Gurram
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    University Of Florida Board Of Trustees

    1549 Gale Lemerand Dr Fl 3, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (0.1 miles away)
    352-294-5480
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pooja Gurram is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Gurram is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Pneumonia, Strongyloidiasis, and Osteomyelitis. Dr. Gurram is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-273-7002
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Julian Dilley is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Dilley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Gautam S. Kalyatanda
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Gautam S. Kalyatanda
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-294-5445
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gautam Kalyatanda is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Kalyatanda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Cytomegalovirus Infection. Dr. Kalyatanda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-594-5554
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Shriharsha Kallahalli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Kallahalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Muhammad A. Umer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Muhammad A. Umer
    Internal Medicine

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-594-3589
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Muhammad Umer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Umer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fabry Disease, Myocarditis, Anhidrosis, and Cardiomyopathy.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Margaret C. Lo
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Margaret C. Lo
    Internal Medicine

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-265-0140
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Margaret Lo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Lo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cor Triatriatum, Vitamin D Deficiency, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Dr. Lo is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Nayrobi M. Pena-Cotui
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Nayrobi M. Pena-Cotui
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Medical Lab-Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    352-273-9804
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nayrobi Pena-Cotui is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Pena-Cotui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Fasciitis and Infectious Arthritis. Dr. Pena-Cotui is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Justin T. Deen
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Justin T. Deen
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Florida Orthopaedic Institute - Gainesville

    7540 W University Ave, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Deen is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Deen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Deen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Norman L. Beatty
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Norman L. Beatty
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Infectious Diseases-Medical Specialties-Medical Plaza

    1549 Gale Lemerand Dr, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    352-294-5480
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Norman Beatty is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Beatty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chagas Disease, Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, Coccidioidomycosis, and Cellulitis. Dr. Beatty is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine Institute

    3450 Hull Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    352-273-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Patrick is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Patrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Acute Pain, Compartment Syndrome, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Patrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine Institute

    3450 Hull Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    352-273-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Wright is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Acute Pain, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Wright is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine Institute

    3450 Hull Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    352-273-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Krupko is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Krupko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Acute Pain, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Krupko is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine Institute

    3450 Hull Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    352-273-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Talerico is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Talerico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Septic Arthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Talerico is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    UF Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine Institute

    3450 Hull Rd, 
    Gainesville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    352-273-7001
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Hagen is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Hagen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Compartment Syndrome, Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Hypermobile Joints, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hagen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Infectious Arthritis?

    Infectious arthritis is joint pain, soreness, stiffness and swelling caused by a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection that spreads from another part of the body. Depending on the type of infection, one or more joints may be affected. Certain bacteria can cause a form of Infectious arthritis called reactive arthritis, which appears to be caused by the immune system reacting to bacteria, rather than by the infection itself. In reactive arthritis, joint inflammation develops weeks, months or even years after the infection. Reactive arthritis happens most commonly after infections of the genital and gastrointestinal tracts. To diagnose Infectious arthritis, your health care provider may do tests of your blood, urine, and joint fluid.

    When should I see an Infectious Arthritis doctor near Gainesville, 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor near Gainesville, 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 do I find the best Infectious Arthritis doctor near Gainesville, FL?

    You can find an Infectious Arthritis doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Infectious Arthritis doctors near Gainesville, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors near Gainesville, 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor near Gainesville, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Infectious Arthritis 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor near Gainesville, 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 Infectious Arthritis 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 Infectious Arthritis 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors near Gainesville, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Infectious Arthritis 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Infectious Arthritis 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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