The 20 Best Scleroma Doctors Near Me in Worcester, MA

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The 20 Best Scleroma Doctors near Worcester, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Scleroma near Worcester, MA. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Leah T. Belazarian
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Dermatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Dermatology | Pediatrics

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Hahnemann Campus

    281 Lincoln Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leah Belazarian is a Dermatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Belazarian has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Psoriasis, Cafe-Au-Lait Spots, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Dermatology

    Umass Memorial Medical Center-University Campus

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mehdi Rashighi is a Dermatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Rashighi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Polymorphous Light Eruption, Vitiligo, and Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome.

    Advanced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology

    Umass Memorial Medical Group Inc

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peggy Wu is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elise Pyun is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Pyun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Pyun is currently accepting new patients.

    Ratnesh Chopra
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ratnesh Chopra is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Chopra has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Gout.

    Roberto Caricchio
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian

    Roberto Caricchio is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Caricchio has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

    Jonathan T. Cheah
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Cheah is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Cheah has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Polychondritis, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Beata J. Cieslak
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma

    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish

    Beata Cieslak is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Cieslak has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Fibromyalgia, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    119 Belmont St, Department Of Rheumatology, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nancy Liu is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma

    UMass Memorial Medical Center

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Upchurch is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Upchurch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Fibromyalgia.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma

    Umass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Traverse is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Traverse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Internal Medicine

    Umass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Mcalindon is an Internal Medicine provider in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Mcalindon has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, Fibromyalgia, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology

    Umass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus

    119 Belmont St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yevgeniy Popov is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Popov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Goodpasture Syndrome, and Hypersensitivity Vasculitis.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Internal Medicine

    Joseph J. Savitt MD

    200 Lincoln St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Sedgwick is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Sedgwick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), Scleroderma, Scleroma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma

    Umass Memorial Medical Group Inc

    378 Plantation St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karen Salomon-Escoto is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Salomon-Escoto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Salomon-Escoto is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Demarco is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Demarco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Experienced in Scleroma
    55 Lake Ave N, Department Of Rheumatology, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Judith Stebulis is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Stebulis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Gout, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Internal Medicine

    Reliant Medical Group Inc.

    5 Neponset St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Bergman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Bergman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    5 Neponset St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Yood is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Yood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. His top areas of expertise are Gout, Arthritis, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Scleroma
    Rheumatology

    Reliant Medical Group Inc.

    5 Neponset St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elinor Mody is a Rheumatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Mody is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scleroma. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Scleroma?

    A scleroma is a hardened patch of tissue in the skin or mucous membranes. It most often forms in the head and neck. The nose is the most common location for scleromas, but they can also form in the throat and upper lungs.

    A scleroma can form when a chronic bacterial infection causes inflammation, swelling, and scarring in the tissues. They are most common in Central and South America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, India, and Indonesia. Scleromas are rare in the United States and Western Europe. Treatment may require surgery and a long course of antibiotics.

    When should I see a Scleroma doctor near Worcester, 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 Scleroma doctor near Worcester, 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 Scleroma doctors near Worcester, 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 Scleroma doctors near Worcester, 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 Scleroma doctor near Worcester, 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 Scleroma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Scleroma 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 Scleroma doctor near Worcester, 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 Scleroma 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 Scleroma 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 Scleroma doctors near Worcester, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Scleroma 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 Scleroma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Scleroma 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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