The 20 Best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Doctors Near Me in Gainesville, GA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 153 doctor with experience in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) near Gainesville, GA. Of these, 61 are Advanced, 55 are Experienced and 36 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Harbin Clinic Rheumatology Cartersville

    150 Gentilly Boulevard, 
    Cartersville, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nonyelum Ejieke is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Cartersville, Georgia. Dr. Ejieke is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Ejieke is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Ejieke is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Peachtree City

    1000 Commerce Drive, Suite 100, 
    Peachtree City, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Alade earned her medical degree from Drexel University School of Medicine and her residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Internal Medicine. She went on to complete her Rheumatology Fellowship at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. She is a current member of the American College of Rheumatology & American Medical Association.In her spare time, Dr. Alade enjoys reading, visiting cultural sites, travel and spending time with her family.Dr. Alade welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Alade is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Raynaud Phenomenon, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Alade is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Alade is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Atlanta

    1800 Howell Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Kiswahili
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wambui Machua, M.D., completed her residency and fellowship training at Morehouse School of Medicine and Medical College of Georgia respectively. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Machua was previously involved in multiple clinical trials in the Atlanta area. She is a member of the American College of Rheumatology, International Society for Clinical Densitometry and board certified in internal medicine. She serves on the Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia chapter, Medical Advisory Board. Dr. Machua believes medicine brings healing through collaboration between the patient and the medical provider team. She provides compassionate, patient-centered care and utilizes cutting edge therapies and holistic care to manage rheumatic diseases. She is a strong advocate for her patients. In her free time, Dr. Machua enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking and cooking. Dr. Machua welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Machua is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Dr. Machua is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Machua is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Mountainside

    370 W Highlands DR, Suite 220, 
    Ellijay, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Claro Palma, MD received his medical degree from the University of the Philippines, in Manila, Philippines. He completed internal medicine internship, then residency in Internal Medicine at the Worcester City Hospital in Worcester Massachusetts. He completed his fellowship in Immunology and Rheumatology at the University of Missouri - Columbia. Dr. Palma is a member of the American College of Physicians, board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine / Rheumatology and is a Certified Clinical Densitometrist through the International Society for Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Palma specializes in adult rheumatology and provides specialty care in diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, pseudogout, polymyalgia rheumatica, giant cell/temporal arteritis, osteoporosis, systemic lupus, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, Sjogren's syndrome, Wegener's granulomatosis, and vasculitis.Dr. Palma welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Palma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sjogren Syndrome, Raynaud Phenomenon, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Palma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Palma is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Rheumatology Care Of Georgia - Marietta

    3901 Roswell Road, Suite 208, 
    Marietta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Javeria Bhawal, M.D., earned her Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery degree from Islamic International Medical College in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, NY. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Bhawal completed her fellowship in rheumatology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She is a member of the American College of Physicians and American College of Rheumatology and is fluent in Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.In her spare time, Dr. Bhawal enjoys interior designing and spending time with her children.Dr. Bhawal welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.Visit the practice website atrcarega.com. Dr. Bhawal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Gout, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Bhawal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Bhawal is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Tanner Rheumatology Specialists

    905 Dixie Street, 
    Carrollton, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angela Pham is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Carrollton, Georgia. Dr. Pham is rated as a Distinguished 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), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and MAGIC Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Laureate Medical Group At Northside, LLC

    7823 Spivey Station Blvd, Suite 310, 
    Jonesboro, GA 
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Gottlieb is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Jonesboro, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Gottlieb is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Gottlieb is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1986.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Center, P.C.

    11685 Alpharetta Highway, Ste120, 
    Roswell, GA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taik Kim is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roswell, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, Bursitis, and Polymyositis. Dr. Kim is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2017.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Of Georgia

    3921 Johns Creek Court, SteC, 
    Suwanee, GA 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexandra Tiliakos is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Suwanee, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Tiliakos is rated as a Distinguished 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), Polymyositis, Fibromyalgia, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis. Dr. Tiliakos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2011.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    961 Smoky Mtn Spgs Lane Northeast, Suite A, 
    Gainesville, GA 
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marta Bognar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Bognar 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Bognar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 1997. Dr. Bognar is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    961 Smoky Mtn Spgs Lane Northeast, Suite A, 
    Gainesville, GA 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brent Flickinger is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Flickinger 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Microscopic Polyangiitis, Scleredema, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Flickinger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2007. Dr. Flickinger is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Associates And Clinic, LLC

    1240 Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast, Suite 500, 
    Gainesville, GA 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tracy Lovell is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Lovell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. Lovell is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2006. Dr. Lovell is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Associates And Clinic, LLC

    1240 Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast, Suite 500, 
    Gainesville, GA 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alok Sachdeva is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Sachdeva is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Sachdeva is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2008. Dr. Sachdeva is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Waltuck is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Waltuck is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Dermatomyositis. Dr. Waltuck is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1994.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Associates And Clinic, LLC

    1270 Friendship Road, Suite 100, 
    Braselton, GA 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sylvia Dold is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Braselton, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Dold is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Dold is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2006. Dr. Dold is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    957 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Chafin is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Chafin 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 Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Chafin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2009. Dr. Chafin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Heart Of Georgia Rheumatology

    1508 Hardeman Avenue, Suite A, 
    Macon, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nannette Crowley is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Crowley is rated as an Advanced 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), Microscopic Polyangiitis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Crowley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Crowley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Atlanta

    1800 Howell Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kashif A. Jafri, M.D., is a clinical rheumatologist who is double board-certified in rheumatology and in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). He graduated from medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) and a rheumatology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Prior to joining Piedmont, he was a partner at Pacific Rheumatology Associates in San Francisco.Dr. Jafri enjoys caring for rheumatologic patients with all types of autoimmune/immune-mediated diseases and inflammatory arthritis, including systemic lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, and dermatomyositis/polymyositis. He is passionate about patient education and effective communication, and he takes pride in developing collaborative relationships over time with his patients and their families.Dr. Jafri has several peer-reviewed publications in academic journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine, Arthritis and Rheumatology, Arthritis Care and Research, Clinical Rheumatology, Rheumatology International, BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, and the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He has presented his research at multiple American College of Rheumatology annual meetings and at the European Union League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) annual meeting. In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis, reading, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. He lives in Atlanta with his wife and son, and he is very excited to serve the Atlanta community. Dr. Jafri welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Jafri is rated as an Advanced 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 Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, IgG4-Related Disease, MAGIC Syndrome, and Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD). Dr. Jafri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Jafri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Clinic

    1002 Hospital Drive, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pallavi Sharma is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Raynaud Phenomenon, and Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Internal Medicine

    East Metro Rhuematology-All

    1775 Access Rd, Ste C, 
    Covington, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Faryal Baloch is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Baloch is rated as an Advanced 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 MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Baloch is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Dr. Baloch is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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 Gainesville, GA?

    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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