The 20 Best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Doctors Near Me in braintree, MA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 120 doctor with experience in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) near braintree, MA. Of these, 49 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced, 31 are Distinguished and 7 are Elite.

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    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Weinblatt is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Weinblatt is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Weinblatt is board certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Weinblatt is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Liao is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Liao is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Liao is board certified in Rheumatology. Dr. Liao is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    571 Main St, 
    South Weymouth, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Hopkins is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in South Weymouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Hopkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Hopkins is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy Shadick is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Shadick is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Scleroderma. Dr. Shadick is board certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Shadick is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Soumya Raychaudhuri is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Raychaudhuri is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Lupus Nephritis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Raychaudhuri is board certified in Rheumatology. Dr. Raychaudhuri is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Hale Building For Transformative Medicine On BWH Main Campus

    60 Fenwood Rd, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karen Costenbader is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Costenbader is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Knee Replacement. Dr. Costenbader is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Trinity Hospice Of Greater Boston

    111 Cypress St, 
    Brookline, MA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Karlson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Karlson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Karlson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    South Shore Medical Center Inc.

    143 Longwater Dr, 
    Norwell, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shiv Sehra is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Norwell, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Sehra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Sehra is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required
    1153 Centre St, Faulkner Hospital, Suite 48, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Derrick Todd is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Todd is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis. Dr. Todd is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Rheumatology Center

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4D, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Mcdermott is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Mcdermott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Pulmonary Fibrosis. Dr. Mcdermott is board certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcdermott is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates MA PC

    1351 Main St Ste 5, 
    Brockton, MA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ari Schwartz is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Brockton, Massachusetts. Dr. Schwartz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates MA PC

    1351 Main St Ste 5, 
    Brockton, MA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edith Garneau is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Brockton, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Garneau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Garneau is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Boston Univ. Dermatology Inc.

    725 Albany St Ste 7B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael York is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. York is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. York is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    725 Albany St Ste B, 
    Boston, MA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Felson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Felson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Synovitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Knee Replacement. Dr. Felson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    SMG Associates In Internal Medicine

    825 Washington St Ste 340, 
    Norwood, MA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Weinstein is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Norwood, Massachusetts. Dr. Weinstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Menopause, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Weinstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Outpatient Pharmacy

    45 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Seoyoung Kim is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kim is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gout, Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Knee Replacement, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Five Star Quality Care Braintree Rehabilitaiton Hospital

    250 Pond St, 
    Braintree, MA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Diiorio is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Braintree, Massachusetts. Dr. Diiorio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His clinical expertise encompasses Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Vasculitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Diiorio is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sara Tedeschi is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Tedeschi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Arthritis, Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. Tedeschi is board certified in Rheumatology. Dr. Tedeschi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic And Arthritis Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Ritter is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ritter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Ritter is board certified in Rheumatology. Dr. Ritter is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    South Shore Medical Center Inc.

    143 Longwater Dr, 
    Norwell, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Vlad is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Norwell, Massachusetts. Dr. Vlad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Vlad is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease that mainly affects the lining of joints of the hands, wrists, and knees, eventually causing chronic pain and swelling, decreased movement, with the erosion of bones and the development of joint deformities.  Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common type of autoimmune arthritis, most often affecting women (75%) who are between 20 and 50 years of age. The disease can also affect other parts of the body, such as the blood vessels, skin, eyes, lungs, and heart.   There are two main types of rheumatoid arthritis: 1) seropositive rheumatoid arthritis, and 2) seronegative rheumatoid arthritis. While both types of rheumatoid arthritis have the same symptoms, the seropositivity or negativity of the disease refers to the presence of anti-CPP antibodies in the blood, for which their presence means that the immune system is attacking normal cells. Most rheumatoid arthritis is seropositive.

    When should I see a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near braintree, MA?

    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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near braintree, MA?

    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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near braintree, MA?

    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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near braintree, MA?

    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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near braintree, MA?

    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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near braintree, MA?

    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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near braintree, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 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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