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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Polymyositis near Tacoma, WA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    15 providers found
      Advanced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1812 S J St, Suite 120, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Filipino, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Zhiqian Wang is a Rheumatologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Wang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Family Medicine
      Madigan Army Medical Center Family Medicine, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicholas Rathjen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Rathjen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Perniosis, Frostbite, Hypothermia, and Dermatomyositis.

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      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Armenian, Russian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ofelya Gevorgyan is a Rheumatologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Gevorgyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Adult Still's Disease, Ptosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Gevorgyan is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology | Adolescent Medicine
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology | Adolescent Medicine

      Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Of Washington

      209 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Yun Choe is a Rheumatologist and an Adolescent Medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Choe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Experienced in Polymyositis

      Multicare Health System

      311 S L St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Patricia Papadopoulos is a Rheumatologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Papadopoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Scleroderma. Dr. Papadopoulos is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Neurology
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Neurology

      Multicare Health System

      311 S L St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Danish, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yu Zhu is a Neurologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Zhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Migraine. Dr. Zhu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Internal Medicine

      Multicare Health System

      311 S L St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joni Castaneda is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Castaneda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Castaneda is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology

      Virginia Mason Medical Center

      33501 1st Way S, 
      Federal Way, WA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Korean, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amish Dave is a Rheumatologist in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Dave is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Psoriasis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Dr. Dave is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology

      Multicare Health System

      4700 Point Fosdick Dr, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Bengali, Castilian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dina Titova is a Rheumatologist in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Titova is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Titova is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Internal Medicine

      Multicare Health System

      4700 Point Fosdick Dr, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Kelly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Internal Medicine

      Multicare Health System

      4700 Point Fosdick Dr, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Meghan Roberts is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      914 D St Ne, Suite 103, 
      Auburn, WA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Mandarin, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ashish Trivedi is a Neurologist in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Trivedi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Syringomyelia, Syringobulbia, and Chiari Malformation Type 2. Dr. Trivedi is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology | Geriatrics

      Puyallup Sunrise Medical Clinic

      11216 Sunrise Blvd. E, Suite 3-105, 
      Puyallup, WA 
       (13.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Ene Stroescu is a Rheumatologist and a Geriatrics provider in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Ene Stroescu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Ene Stroescu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      16251 Sylvester Rd Sw, 
      Burien, WA 
       (14.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Emmanuel Martinez is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Burien, Washington. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polymyositis. His top areas of expertise are Partial Familial Epilepsy, Tension Headache, Seizures, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Polymyositis
      Rheumatology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      16045 1st Ave S, Fl 2, 
      Burien, WA 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Igbo, Khmer, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yong Zhu is a Rheumatologist in Burien, Washington. Dr. Zhu 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, Psoriasis, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Zhu is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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 Tacoma, WA?

      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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