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    MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) near South Dakota, US. Of these, 11 are Distinguished, 4 are Advanced and 2 are Experienced.

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      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Joseph J. Fanciullo
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Joseph J. Fanciullo
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      1325 S Cliff Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Joseph Fanciullo is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Fanciullo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Temporal Arteritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Fanciullo is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Gregory E. Mumm
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Gregory E. Mumm
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      1325 S Cliff Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Gregory Mumm is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Mumm is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Mumm is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Kara L. Petersen
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Kara L. Petersen
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Kara Petersen is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Petersen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. Petersen is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Cynthia A. Weaver
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Cynthia A. Weaver
      Rheumatology

      Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc

      353 Fairmont Blvd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      605-755-8109
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Cynthia Weaver is a Rheumatologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Weaver is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Dr. Weaver is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Esperanza S. Argenziano
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Esperanza S. Argenziano
      Rheumatology

      Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc

      353 Fairmont Blvd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      605-755-8109
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      English
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      Esperanza Argenziano is a Rheumatologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Argenziano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Microscopic Polyangiitis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Dr. Argenziano is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Jenna M. King-Sona
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Jenna M. King-Sona
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Jenna King-Sona is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. King-Sona is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Temporal Arteritis, and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. King-Sona is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Jennifer K. May
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Jennifer K. May
      Rheumatology

      Rapid City Medical Center Llp

      3024 Tower Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      605-791-6220
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Jennifer May is a Rheumatologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. May is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. May is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Wais Afzal
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Wais Afzal
      Rheumatology

      Sanford Health Network

      3015 3rd Ave Se, 
      Aberdeen, SD 
      605-725-1700
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, Pashto, Urdu
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      Wais Afzal is a Rheumatologist in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Dr. Afzal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Afzal is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Brian P. Bowers
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Brian P. Bowers
      Rheumatology
      640 Flormann St, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      605-718-3300
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Bowers is a Rheumatologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Bowers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Leann B. Bassing
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Leann B. Bassing
      Rheumatology

      Yankton Medical Clinic PC

      1104 W 8th St, 
      Yankton, SD 
      605-665-7841
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Leann Bassing is a Rheumatologist in Yankton, South Dakota. Dr. Bassing is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Bursitis. Dr. Bassing is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Vivek V. Joseph
      Rheumatology
      Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Vivek V. Joseph
      Rheumatology

      Sanford Medical Center

      1310 W 22nd St, Lowr Level, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      605-328-1990
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Vivek Joseph is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Joseph is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Temporal Arteritis, and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Mark T. Vercel
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Mark T. Vercel
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
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      English
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      Mark Vercel is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Vercel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Gout. Dr. Vercel is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Christine S. Halligan
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Christine S. Halligan
      Rheumatology
      1301 S. Cliff Ave., Ste. 300, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      605-322-6625
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Christine Halligan is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Halligan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), VEXAS Syndrome, Dermatomyositis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis.

      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Eduardo Bonilla-Trejos
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Eduardo Bonilla-Trejos
      Rheumatology
      1321 W 22nd St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      605-328-3485
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
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      Eduardo Bonilla-Trejos is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Bonilla-Trejos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Bonilla-Trejos is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Jessica S. Srstka
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Jessica S. Srstka
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
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      Jessica Srstka is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Srstka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Srstka is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Kelsey A. Holkesvik
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Kelsey A. Holkesvik
      Rheumatology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
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      English
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      Kelsey Holkesvik is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Holkesvik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Holkesvik is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Baker A. Alkhairi
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

      Dr. Baker A. Alkhairi
      Rheumatology

      Sanford Medical Center

      1321 W 22nd St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      605-328-1990
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
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      Baker Alkhairi is a Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Alkhairi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Alkhairi is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 in South Dakota, US?

      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 in South Dakota, US?

      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 do I find the best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor in South Dakota, US?

      You can find a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors in South Dakota, US?

      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 in South Dakota, US?

      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 in South Dakota, US?

      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 in South Dakota, US?

      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 in South Dakota, US?

      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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