The 20 Best Polymyositis Doctors Near Me in Philadelphia, PA

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The 20 Best Polymyositis Doctors near Philadelphia, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 68 doctor with experience in Polymyositis near Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 55 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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68 providers found
    Distinguished in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Penn Rheumatology Perelman

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael George is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. George has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, VEXAS Syndrome, and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections. Dr. George is currently accepting new patients.

    Marinos C. Dalakas
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurosurgery

    Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Recognized by The Myositis Association
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marinos Dalakas is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dalakas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Hereditary Hyperekplexia, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Laminectomy. Dr. Dalakas is currently accepting new patients.

    Stavros Savvas
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Jefferson Rheumatology - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 11, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stavros Savvas is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Savvas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Dermatomyositis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Adult Still's Disease. Dr. Savvas is currently accepting new patients.

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    Goran Rakocevic
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Vickie & Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 10, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Goran Rakocevic is a Neurologist and a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rakocevic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Inclusion Body Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Rakocevic is currently accepting new patients.

    Michele Meltzer
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Jefferson Rheumatology - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 11, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michele Meltzer is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Meltzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Gout, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Andres M. Ponce
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Jefferson Rheumatology - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 11, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Ponce is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ponce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Temporal Arteritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Ponce is currently accepting new patients.

    Yiu T. Leung
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Jefferson Rheumatology - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 11, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yiu Leung is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Leung is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Advanced in Polymyositis

    Penn Neurology Pennsylvania Hospital

    330 South 9th Street, 3rd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Price is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Price is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Stroke, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Polymyositis
    Advanced in Polymyositis

    Penn Nerve Center University City

    3737 Market Street, 7th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawn Bird is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bird is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Brachial Plexopathy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Bird is currently accepting new patients.

    Fabian A. Mendoza
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Jefferson Health – Bala Cynwyd

    225 East City Avenue, 
    Bala Cynwyd, PA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Fabian Mendoza is a Rheumatologist in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mendoza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, Scleroma, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Mendoza is currently accepting new patients.

    Rheumatology
    Rheumatology

    Penn Rheumatology Washington Square

    800 Walnut Street, 9th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Epstein is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Epstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Epstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Rheumatology
    Rheumatology

    Penn Rheumatology Washington Square

    800 Walnut Street, 9th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Chen is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Scleritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Perelman Center For Advanced Medicine South Pavilion, 2nd Floor

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chafic Karam is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Tissue Biopsy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Karam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Perelman Center For Advanced Medicine

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Merkel is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Merkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Vasculitis, Microscopic Polyangiitis, Takayasu Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Merkel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Lancaster is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lancaster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Isaacs' Syndrome. Dr. Lancaster is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Rheumatology

    Penn Rheumatology Perelman

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rennie Rhee is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rhee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Vasculitis, Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Rhee is currently accepting new patients.

    Rheumatology
    Rheumatology

    Penn Rheumatology Perelman

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Capponi is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Capponi has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Anemia, Lupus Nephritis, and Polymyositis. Dr. Capponi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Experienced in Polymyositis

    Penn Rheumatology University City

    3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chadwick Johr is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Johr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Interstitial Keratitis, Gout, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Johr is currently accepting new patients.

    Rheumatology
    Rheumatology

    Penn Rheumatology University City

    3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Romich is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Romich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Vasculitis, Myositis, Lupus Nephritis, and Polymyositis. She is board certified in Rheumatology, 2024 and Internal Medicine, 2022. Dr. Romich is currently accepting new patients.

    Geoffrey D. Mills
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Family Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Polymyositis
    Family Medicine | Pediatrics

    Family & Community Medicine - 33 South 9th Street

    33 South 9th Street, Suite 301, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Geoffrey Mills is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Family Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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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