The 20 Best Polymyositis Doctors Near Me in Orlando, FL

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The 20 Best Polymyositis Doctors near Orlando, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Polymyositis near Orlando, FL. Of these, 14 are Experienced.

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14 providers found
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Orlando Arthritis Institute PA

    58 W Michigan St, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Javaid Sheikh is a Rheumatologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Sheikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Sheikh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Orlando Health Neuropsychology Consultants

    21 Columbia St Ste 201, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pojchawan Yampikulsakul is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Yampikulsakul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteosarcoma, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Asbestosis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc

    2501 N Orange Ave, Suite 586, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zareen Vaghaiwalla is a Rheumatologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Vaghaiwalla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Chondrocalcinosis 2, Fibromyalgia, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Vaghaiwalla is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Polymyositis
    General Practice | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    General Practice | Internal Medicine

    Orlando Inpatient Medicine PA

    601 E Rollins St, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richa Purohit is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice and Internal Medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Purohit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Pericarditis, Neurosarcoidosis, and Cardiac Tamponade. Dr. Purohit is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Family Medicine

    Primary Care Of Central Florida

    7620 Lake Underhill Rd, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Behal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Behal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Alzheimer's Disease, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Orlando Internal Medicine PA

    1507 S Hiawassee Rd Ste 107, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pradeep Vangala is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Vangala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Florida Hospital Medical Group Inc

    2600 Westhall Ln, 
    Maitland, FL 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Sladek is a Rheumatologist in Maitland, Florida. Dr. Sladek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Felty Syndrome, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Sladek is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Doctors Of Clinical Specialties LLC

    483 N Semoran Blvd Ste 210, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shikha Mehta is a Rheumatologist in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates LLC

    5750 Major Blvd Ste 150, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Waleed Bolad is a Rheumatologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Bolad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Bolad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates LLC

    5750 Major Blvd Ste 150, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sukhraj Singh is a Rheumatologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Singh has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Sjogren Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates LLC

    249 Maitland Ave Ste 3200, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose Martinez is a Rheumatologist in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Martinez has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Howard S Buchoff MD PA

    825 Douglas Ave, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Howard Buchoff is a Rheumatologist in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Buchoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd Ste 160, 
    Orlando, FL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Farooq is a Rheumatologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Farooq has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    600 N Highway 1792 Ste 124, 
    Longwood, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Poiley is a Rheumatologist in Longwood, Florida. Dr. Poiley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Synovitis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Polymyositis?

    Polymyositis is a type of inflammatory myopathy, which refers to a group of muscle diseases characterized by chronic muscle inflammation and weakness. The muscles affected by Polymyositis are the skeletal muscles (those involved with making movements) on both sides of the body. The disease is more common among women and among black individuals. The exact cause of Polymyositis is unknown. The disease shares many characteristics with autoimmune disorders, which occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy body tissues. In some cases, the disease may be associated with viral infections, connective tissue disorders, or an increased risk for malignancies (cancer). Diagnosis is based on a clinical examination that may include laboratory tests, imaging studies, electromyography, and a muscle biopsy.

    When should I see a Polymyositis doctor near Orlando, 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 Polymyositis doctor near Orlando, 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 Polymyositis doctors near Orlando, 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 Polymyositis doctors near Orlando, 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 Polymyositis doctor near Orlando, 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 Polymyositis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Polymyositis 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 Polymyositis doctor near Orlando, 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 Polymyositis 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 Polymyositis 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 Polymyositis doctors near Orlando, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Polymyositis 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 Polymyositis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Polymyositis 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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