The 20 Best Infectious Arthritis Doctors Near Me in florence, SC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Infectious Arthritis near florence, SC. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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12 providers found
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Ramesh A. Bharadwaj
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Ramesh A. Bharadwaj
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    McLeod Regional Medical Center

    555 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    843-777-2000
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramesh Bharadwaj is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Bharadwaj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, Cellulitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and HIV/AIDS. Dr. Bharadwaj is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Temujin T. Chavez
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Temujin T. Chavez
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Infectious Diseases

    805 Pamplico Hwy, Florence Medical Pavilion B, Suite 125, 
    Florence, SC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    843-674-6400
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Temujin Chavez is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Chavez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Osteomyelitis, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). Dr. Chavez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Sisay G. Debebe
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Sisay G. Debebe
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    McLeod Regional Medical Center

    555 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    843-777-3717
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sisay Debebe is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Debebe is rated as an Experienced 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 Osteomyelitis, Strep Throat, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

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    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Aaftab Husain
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Aaftab Husain
    Family Medicine

    McLeod Regional Medical Center

    555 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    843-777-2812
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
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    Accepting New Patients

    Aaftab Husain is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Husain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sepsis, Apoplexy, Ureteral Reconstruction, and Endoscopy. Dr. Husain is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    McLeod Regional Medical Center

    555 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    843-777-5753
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Michael-Caballes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Michael-Caballes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Intermittent Porphyria, Sepsis, Pneumonia, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Aubrey M. Moyer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Aubrey M. Moyer
    Internal Medicine

    McLeod Regional Medical Center

    555 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    843-777-2000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Aubrey Moyer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Moyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Sepsis, Pneumonia, and Colonoscopy.

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

    McLeod Physician Associates II

    1005 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.7 miles away)
    843-777-7900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Chad Thurman is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Thurman 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 Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Thurman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    McLeod Physician Associates II

    1005 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.7 miles away)
    843-777-7900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Jason O'dell is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. O'dell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, Poland Syndrome, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. O'dell is currently accepting new patients.

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

    McLeod Physician Associates II

    1005 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.7 miles away)
    843-777-7900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Jeremy Sparkman is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Sparkman 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 Infectious Arthritis and Hip Replacement. Dr. Sparkman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Nigel A. Watt
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Nigel A. Watt
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    McLeod Physician Associates II

    1005 E Cheves St, 
    Florence, SC 
     (0.7 miles away)
    843-777-7900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Nigel Watt is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Watt 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 Osteoarthritis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Infectious Arthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Watt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Vinay Jagadeesha
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Vinay Jagadeesha
    Family Medicine

    McLeod Behavioral Health

    701 Cashua Ferry Rd, 
    Darlington, SC 
     (9.1 miles away)
    843-391-2011
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Vinay Jagadeesha is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Darlington, South Carolina. Dr. Jagadeesha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Douglass P. Lilly
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Dr. Douglass P. Lilly
    Family Medicine

    McLeod Behavioral Health

    701 Cashua Ferry Rd, 
    Darlington, SC 
     (9.1 miles away)
    843-391-2030
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Douglass Lilly is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Darlington, South Carolina. Dr. Lilly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

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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 florence, SC?

    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 florence, SC?

    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 florence, SC?

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    How does MediFind rank Infectious Arthritis doctors near florence, SC?

    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 florence, SC?

    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 florence, SC?

    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 florence, SC?

    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 florence, SC?

    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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