The 20 Best Polymyositis Doctors Near Me in Kansas City, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 88 doctor with experience in Polymyositis near Kansas City, MO. Of these, 81 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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88 providers found
    Distinguished in Polymyositis
    Distinguished in Polymyositis

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 6C, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Recognized by The Myositis Association
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Pestronk is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Pestronk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Miyoshi Myopathy, Pompe Disease, and Myasthenia Gravis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    South Kansas City Medical Pavilion

    1000 East 101st Terrace, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mehrdad Maz is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Maz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Maz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2000. Dr. Maz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    South Kansas City Medical Pavilion

    1000 East 101st Terrace, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Schmidt is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, Scleroderma, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Schmidt is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2013 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2011. Dr. Schmidt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine | Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine | Rheumatology

    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Mehwish Bilal, MD, is a board-eligible rheumatologist with SSM Medical Group. Dr. Bilal earned her medical degree from Khyber Medical College in Pakistan. She completed her rheumatology residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Queens Hospital Center in New York, and her fellowship at Stony Brook University Hospital. Dr. Bilal specializes in treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and vasculitis. ""My goal is to establish a good physician-patient relationship with patients and to treat them as I would my own family member."" - Mehwish Bilal, MD". Dr. Bilal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Bilal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine | Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Margolis is board certified in internal medicine, neurology and vascular neurology. He has been in practice in the St. Louis area since 1980 and has served on numerous boards and committees in both leadership and advisory roles. He graduated cum laude from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He completed his neurology training at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where he also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Margolis is the co-director of neurology for SSM Health Neurosciences. He provides an integrated, multi-specialty approach to diseases that affect the brain and nervous system. His office is located on the SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis campus. Dr. Margolis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Essential Tremor, Corticobasal Degeneration, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Margolis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Cox Barton County Hospital

    29 NW 1st Ln, 
    Lamar, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Tay is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lamar, Missouri. Dr. Tay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Coxhealth Infectious Disease And Rheumatology Branson

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melinda Reed is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), IgG4-Related Disease, Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, and MAGIC Syndrome.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    70 Jungermann Cir, Ste 300, 
    Saint Peters, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pierre Moeser is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Peters, Missouri. Dr. Moeser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Polymyositis, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis. Dr. Moeser is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Lake Regional Imaging Partners LLC

    1075 Nichols Rd, 
    Osage Beach, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Miriam Borden is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Osage Beach, Missouri. Dr. Borden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Sarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    58 Meadowbrook Cntry Cl Est, 
    Ballwin, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Rosenberg is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ballwin, Missouri. Dr. Rosenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Psoriatic Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    3231 S National Ave Ste 400, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Hayes is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Hayes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Compass Health Inc

    303 N Keene St Ste 202, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Lamothe is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Lamothe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Western Missouri Medical Center

    407 Burkarth Rd Ste 302, 
    Warrensburg, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Scott is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Warrensburg, Missouri. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Fibromyalgia.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    The Bone And Joint Center

    3555 S National Ave, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah El Chami is a primary care provider, practicing in Rheumatologist in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. El Chami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Saint Luke's Physician Partners Inc.

    4330 Wornall Rd Ste 40, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kalista Engelman is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Engelman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Capital Region Medical Center

    1125 Madison St, 
    Jefferson City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Wildin is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Jefferson City, Missouri. Dr. Wildin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Adult Still's Disease, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    777 NW Blue Pkwy Ste 3100, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Smith is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neurology

    Office

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 5003B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyeong Lee is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Dravet Syndrome.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    St. Luke's Medical Specialists

    222 S Woods Mill Rd # 750, 
    Chesterfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anam Ahmad is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Arthritis, Myositis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    3250 Gordonville Rd Ste 301, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amjad Roumany is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Roumany is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Polymyositis doctor near Kansas City, MO?

    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 Kansas City, MO?

    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 Kansas City, MO?

    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 Kansas City, MO?

    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 Kansas City, MO?

    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 Kansas City, MO?

    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 Kansas City, MO?

    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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