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

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The 20 Best Polymyositis Doctors near Kansas City, MO

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Polymyositis near Kansas City, MO. Of these, 22 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Mazen M. Dimachkie
    Elite in Polymyositis
    Elite in Polymyositis

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Recognized by The Myositis Association
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mazen Dimachkie is a Neurologist in Fairway, Kansas. Dr. Dimachkie has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Myositis, Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, Thymectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Dimachkie is currently accepting new patients.

    Richard Barohn
    Distinguished in Polymyositis
    Distinguished in Polymyositis

    Office

    3599 Rainbow Blvd, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Recognized by The Myositis Association
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Barohn is a Neurologist in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Barohn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, Myositis, Thymectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Ifteqar is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Ifteqar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Scleroderma.

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    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amr Edrees is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Edrees is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, and Endoscopy.

    Long F. Loo
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neurology

    Landon Center On Aging

    3599 Rainbow Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Long Loo is a Neurologist in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Loo has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Myasthenia Gravis. Dr. Loo is currently accepting new patients.

    Belinda A. Vail
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Family Medicine

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Belinda Vail is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Vail has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Polymyositis, VEXAS Syndrome, Foot Drop, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    John D. Martinez
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Medical Pavilion

    2000 Olathe Boulevard, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Martinez is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Martinez has been practicing medicine for over 52 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Palindromic Rheumatism, Common Variable Immune Deficiency, and Primary Immunodeficiency (PID).

    Mamatha Pasnoor
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mamatha Pasnoor is a Neurologist in Fairway, Kansas. Dr. Pasnoor has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, Thymectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Pasnoor is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine
    2411 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rose Puthumana is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Puthumana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, COVID-19, Polymyositis, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    University Of Kansas Hospital Transplant Center

    3901 Rainbow Blvd, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmad Abuzinadah is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Abuzinadah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Office

    2700 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 400, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Swords is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Swords is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    4330 Wornall Rd, Med Plaza Ii, 4th Floor, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Scott is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Scott is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Meritas Health Corporation

    2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
    North Kansas City, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chandrasekhar Chilappa is a Rheumatologist in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Chilappa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Chilappa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Kansas City Physician Partners Inc.

    4440 Broadway Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Warner is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Warner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Vasculitis, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Kansas City Physician Partners Inc.

    4440 Broadway Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erica Campbell is an Internal Medicine provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Raynaud Phenomenon, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, and Psoriasis.

    Omar H. Jawdat
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Advanced in Polymyositis

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Omar Jawdat is a Neurologist in Fairway, Kansas. Dr. Jawdat has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Inclusion Body Myositis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jawdat is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    8350 N Saint Clair Ave Ste 100, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tina Shah is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Raynaud Phenomenon.

    Mehrdad Maz
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    South Kansas City Medical Pavilion

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

    Mehrdad Maz is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Maz has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Temporal Arteritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Maz is currently accepting new patients.

    Paul S. Schmidt
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    South Kansas City Medical Pavilion

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

    Paul Schmidt is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Schmidt 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, Scleroderma, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Schmidt is currently accepting new patients.

    Amrita Bath
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    South Kansas City Medical Pavilion

    1000 East 101st Terrace, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amrita Bath is a Rheumatologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Bath has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Vasculitis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Bath is currently accepting new patients.

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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 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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