The 20 Best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Doctors Near Me in West Columbia, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 97 doctor with experience in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) near West Columbia, SC. Of these, 48 are Advanced, 28 are Experienced and 20 are Distinguished.

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

    Piedmont Arthritis Clinic PA

    3 Saint Francis Dr Ste 400, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suhail Kumar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Kumar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Osteoporosis.

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

    Carolina Health Specialists

    945 82nd Pkwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Lazar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Lazar 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 Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

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

    Foothills Rheumatology

    2000 E Greenville St Ste 2700, 
    Anderson, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amir Agha is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Anderson, South Carolina. Dr. Agha 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 Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

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

    Prisma Health Rheumatology Specialists

    155B Halton Village Circle, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gulzar Merchant is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Merchant 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Merchant is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Atrium Health Rheumatology

    704 Gold Hill Road, Suite 203, 
    Fort Mill, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashrito Dayal is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Dr. Dayal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Dayal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology. Dr. Dayal is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Prisma Health Rheumatology Specialists

    155B Halton Village Circle, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Annika Cutinha is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Cutinha is rated as an Advanced 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), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Cutinha is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cutinha is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Prisma Health Rheumatology – Powdersville

    11402 Anderson Road, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Brown is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, IgG4-Related Disease, and MAGIC Syndrome. Dr. Brown is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MUSC Health Rheumatology At West Ashley Medical Pavilion

    2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
    Experience:
    51+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rick Silver is a professor of medicine and pediatrics and has served as director of the Division of Rheumatology and Immunology since 1995. In 2007, he was named distinguished university professor, the highest academic rank bestowed at MUSC. The division has seen remarkable growth in all facets, including extramural research funding, clinical services, and fellowship training during his tenure as division director. Under his direction, the Division of Rheumatology has been consistently ranked among the top 20 programs by U.S. News and World Report.Dr. Silver's research interests center on scleroderma and, in particular, scleroderma lung disease, now a major cause of death among patients with scleroderma. He and his colleagues were the first to utilize bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) to characterize scleroderma lung disease. He played an instrumental role in the design and development of the Scleroderma Lung Study I and II. Dr. Silver helped to initiate and develop MUSC's pulmonary hypertension center and sarcoidosis center. Dr. Silver serves as associate director of a multidisciplinary clinical research center (MCRC) for the study of rheumatic diseases in African-Americans funded by NIAMS. Dr. Silver's clinical interests include scleroderma and scleroderma-related conditions, as well as childhood rheumatic diseases. MUSC Health is one of the world's leaders in clinical care and investigation of systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) and scleroderma-like conditions, e.g. eosinophilic fasciitis and the eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome. MUSC Health also serves as the state of South Carolina's only referral center for childhood rheumatic diseases. Dr. Silver has led the efforts to coordinate care for children in South Carolina with rheumatic diseases for the past 32 years,FALSE, and he continues to provide clinical care and conduct clinical research with Dr. Tasha Ruth, whose primary appointment is in the Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Silver is rated as an Advanced 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 Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Dermatomyositis.

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

    MUSC Health Rheumatology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 5th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jim Oates is a professor of medicine and Director of the Division of Rheumatology at the Medical University of South Carolina. He received a BS in chemistry at Bates College and a medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1991. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine and fellowship in rheumatology at Duke University Medical Center in 1996. He came to the Medical University of South Carolina in 1996 to complete a research fellowship and joined the faculty of the Division of Rheumatology in 1997.Dr. Oates' clinical and research interests are focused on systemic lupus erythematosus. He is involved in clinical trials of therapies for systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis and is the principal investigator on several studies at MUSC involving noninvasive markers of disease and mechanisms through which disease severity may increase among African-Americans. He is an active member of the M.U.S.C.L.E. Research Group. Dr. Oates has supported clinical research at a regional and national level by serving the President of the American Federation for Medical Research and President of the Southern Society for Clinical Investigation, where he now serves as an associate editor of its journal, the American Journal of Medical Sciences. He has received numerous awards, including: Phi Beta Kappa from Bates College; the Four Schools Physician Scientist Training Program Scholarship from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine; the Senior Rheumatology Scholar Award from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR); the Arthritis Investigator Award from the ACR and its foundation; the Research Education Foundation (REF); the Merck Young Investigator Award; the REF/European League Against Rheumatism International Exchange Award; and, the Developing Scholar Award from the Medical University of South Carolina Health Sciences Foundation. Dr. Oates is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lupus Nephritis, Dermatomyositis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Temporal Arteritis.

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

    Prisma Health Rheumatology Specialists Of Internal Medicine Associates

    1025 Verdae Boulevard, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ana Gowani is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Gowani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Bursitis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Dr. Gowani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gowani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Prisma Health Rheumatology–Northeast Medical Park

    1120 Roberts Branch Parkway, 
    Columbia, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sunita Paudyal is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Paudyal 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 Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Temporal Arteritis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Myringotomy. Dr. Paudyal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Paudyal is currently accepting new patients.

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

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    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 550, 
    West Columbia, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Goeckeritz is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Goeckeritz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), and Temporal Arteritis.

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

    Hopehealth Inc

    600 E Palmetto St, 
    Florence, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Docherty is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Docherty is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Polymyositis.

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

    Columbia Arthritis Center PA

    1711 Saint Julian Pl, 
    Columbia, SC 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathleen Flint is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Flint is rated as a Distinguished 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), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome.

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

    Office

    105 Vinecrest Ct Ste 600, 
    Greenwood, SC 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Taylor Mader is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenwood, South Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Mader 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), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

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

    Hopehealth Inc

    600 E Palmetto St, 
    Florence, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Supen Patel is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Raynaud Phenomenon, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis.

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

    Rheumatology Associates P.A.

    14 Farmfield Ave Ste E, 
    Charleston, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Georgia Roane is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Roane is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

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

    Piedmont Arthritis Clinic PA

    3 Saint Francis Dr Ste 400, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Long Huynh is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Huynh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and IgG4-Related Disease.

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

    Piedmont Arthritis Clinic PA

    3 Saint Francis Dr Ste 400, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Kim is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Psoriasis.

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

    ABA Depot LLC

    800 E Cheves St Ste 280, 
    Florence, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Keenan is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Keenan 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 Gout, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Scleritis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near West Columbia, SC?

    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 West Columbia, SC?

    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 West Columbia, SC?

    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 West Columbia, SC?

    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 West Columbia, SC?

    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 West Columbia, SC?

    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 West Columbia, SC?

    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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