The 20 Best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Doctors Near Me in Roanoke, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) near Roanoke, VA. Of these, 6 are Distinguished, 4 are Advanced and 3 are Experienced.

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    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Adegbenga A Bankole
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Adegbenga A Bankole
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Infusion Center-1 Riverside

    1 Riverside Cir Ste 300M, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    540-581-0160
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Adegbenga A Bankole is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. A Bankole 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 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Jeff S Croteau
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Jeff S Croteau
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Rheumatology

    3 Riverside Cir, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    540-224-5170
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Jeff S Croteau is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. S Croteau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Carl S Henderson
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Carl S Henderson
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Rheumatology

    3 Riverside Cir, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    540-224-5170
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Carl S Henderson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. S Henderson 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroma, and Scleroderma.

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    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Jane Nwaonu
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Jane Nwaonu
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Rheumatology

    3 Riverside Cir, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    540-224-5170
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Jane Nwaonu is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Nwaonu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome, Antisynthetase Syndrome, and Sjogren Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Garry Bayliss
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Garry Bayliss
    Rheumatology

    LewisGale Physicians Rheumatology

    1906 Braeburn Dr, 
    Salem, VA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Garry Bayliss is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Salem, Virginia. Dr. Bayliss 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, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), and Synovitis.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Sorina Dancea
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Sorina Dancea
    Rheumatology

    Office

    1906 Braeburn Dr, 
    Salem, VA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    540-444-5600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sorina Dancea is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Salem, Virginia. Dr. Dancea is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Robert Johnson
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Robert Johnson
    Rheumatology

    Carilion GYN Oncology

    1 Riverside Cir Ste 300, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    540-581-0160
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Johnson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Johnson 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, Sjogren Syndrome, and Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Samara M Khalique
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Samara M Khalique
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Rheumatology

    3 Riverside Cir, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    540-224-5170
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Samara M Khalique is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. M Khalique is rated as an Advanced 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), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Robert G Carpenter
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Robert G Carpenter
    Internal Medicine

    Carilion Clinic Internal Medicine

    3 Riverside Cir, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    540-224-5170
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert G Carpenter is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. G Carpenter 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 Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Palindromic Rheumatism.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. John Pendleton
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. John Pendleton
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Neurosurgery

    2331 Franklin Rd SW, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    540-725-1226
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Pendleton is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Pendleton 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), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Gita Verma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Gita Verma
    Rheumatology

    Carilion Clinic Endocrinology

    3 Riverside Cir, 
    Roanoke, VA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    540-224-5170
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Gita Verma is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Verma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Temporal Arteritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Catherine Daniel
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Catherine Daniel
    Rheumatology

    Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    1970 Roanoke Blvd, 
    Salem, VA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    540-982-2463
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Catherine Daniel is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Salem, Virginia. Dr. Daniel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Reactive Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Gout, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Joseph P. Lemmer
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Joseph P. Lemmer
    Rheumatology
    1930 Braeburn Cir, 
    Salem, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    540-772-3707
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Joseph Lemmer is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Salem, Virginia. Dr. Lemmer is rated as an Experienced 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 Fibromyalgia, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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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 Roanoke, VA?

    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 Roanoke, VA?

    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 near Roanoke, VA?

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    How does MediFind rank Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near Roanoke, VA?

    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 Roanoke, VA?

    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 Roanoke, VA?

    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 Roanoke, VA?

    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 Roanoke, VA?

    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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