The 20 Best Infectious Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Massachusetts, US

Find the Top Infectious Arthritis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 441 doctor with experience in Infectious Arthritis near Massachusetts, US. Of these, 397 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Infectious Arthritis
    Elite in Infectious Arthritis

    Tufts Medical Center Orthopedics

    260 Tremont St Bldg 7TH Fl 7, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Salzler is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Salzler is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Salzler is currently accepting new patients.

    Paul T. Appleton
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 2, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Appleton is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Appleton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Compartment Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Osteotomy.

    James H. Maguire
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of Infectious Diseases

    75 Francis Street, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Maguire is Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Senior Physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital in the Division of Infectious Disease. After completing his training in infectious disease, he worked on Chagas disease and other tropical infections in northeast Brazil for 4 years.  After returning to the US from Brazil, he was on the faculty of Harvard Medical School and the Harvard School of Public Health and served as Clinical Director of the Infectious Disease Division at BWH. From 2001 to 2005, he was Chief of the Parasitic Diseases Branch at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia, and later, Professor and Head of the Division of International Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.  He has served on various committees and working groups of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), including the WHO Expert Team on SARS in China in 2003.His research for has focused on epidemiology and clinical features of Chagas disease, leishmaniasis, malaria, toxoplasmosis and other parasitic diseases in Brazil, Bangladesh, Guatemala and elsewhere. Since returning to BWH in 2008 his focus has been on clinical infectious diseases with special interest in parasitic and tropical diseases and musculoskeletal infections. Dr. Maguire is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, Chagas Disease, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Splenectomy.

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    John J. Wixted
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 2, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Wixted is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wixted is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Fasciotomy.

    Edward K. Rodriguez
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 2, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Edward Rodriguez is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Fasciotomy.

    Jeffrey K. Lange
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Orthopaedics Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lange is an Associate Orthopaedic Surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School.His practice is focused on the treatment of hip and knee disorders, including hip and knee replacement surgery. Dr. Lange’s research is focused on optimizing the results of joint replacement surgery. Dr. Lange is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Robin E. Wigmore
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry GB, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Robin Wigmore is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wigmore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and HIV/AIDS.

    Joseph P. Deangelis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Stoneman 10, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Deangelis is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Deangelis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tenotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Michael J. Weaver
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Orthopaedics Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, 
    South Jamaica Plain, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael J. Weaver, MD, Co Investigator, Orthopedic Surgery, is a clinical instructor of orthopedic surgery at Harvard Medical School and Distinguished Chair in Orthopedic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Program. Dr. Weaver specializes in musculoskeletal trauma surgery. Dr. Weaver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Brigham And Women's Health Care Center, Westwood

    100 Brigham Way, 
    Westwood, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Antonia Chen is an Orthopedics provider in Westwood, Massachusetts. Dr. Chen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hany Bedair is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bedair is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Tufts Medical Center Orthopedics

    260 Tremont St Bldg 7, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Ryan is an Orthopedics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ryan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandra Nelson is an Infectious Disease provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Nelson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, HIV/AIDS, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Tufts Medical Center

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alysse Wurcel is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wurcel has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Endocarditis, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    15 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Ross is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Pyomyositis, Infectious Arthritis, Sepsis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Cape Cod Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine PC

    31 Edgerton Dr, 
    North Falmouth, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Dwyer is an Orthopedics provider in North Falmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Dwyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Mary T. Lasalvia
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry GB, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Lasalvia is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Lasalvia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Waterhouse-Friderichsen Syndrome, Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Splenectomy.

    Jeffrey C. Larnard
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry GB, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Larnard is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Larnard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.

    Michael D. Baratz
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Boston Bone & Joint Institute

    40 Allied Drive, 
    Dedham, MA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Baratz is an Orthopedics provider in Dedham, Massachusetts. Dr. Baratz has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Wendy Stead
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    110 Francis Street, Lowry GB, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Wendy Stead is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Stead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, HIV/AIDS, Swimming Pool Granuloma, and Myelitis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 in Massachusetts, 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor in Massachusetts, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors in Massachusetts, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors in Massachusetts, 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor in Massachusetts, 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 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 in Massachusetts, 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 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 in Massachusetts, US?

    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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