The 20 Best Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Doctors Near Me

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The 20 Best Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Doctors Near Me

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 19507 doctor with experience in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Of these, 16547 are Experienced, 2242 are Advanced, 530 are Distinguished and 176 are Elite.

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    Michelle Petri
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Michelle Petri, M.D. is a Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She attended medical school at Harvard University and fulfilled her internal medicine residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital. In addition, she completed two fellowship programs at the University of California, San Francisco in allergy and immunology and rheumatology. Dr. Petri is the Director of the Hopkins Lupus Cohort, a longitudinal study of morbidity and mortality in systemic lupus erythematosus, and Co-Director of the Hopkins Lupus Pregnancy Center. Dr. Petri is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

    Andrea Fava
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Floor 7, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Fava is a Rheumatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Fava is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Scleroderma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    675 N St Clair St Ste 14-100, Galter Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rosalind Ramsey is a Rheumatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ramsey has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Arthritis.

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    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology

    Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    3200 Vine St, 
    Cincinnati, OH 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Harley is a Rheumatologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Harley is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Sjogren Syndrome, Arthritis, Lupus Nephritis, and Thymectomy.

    Richard A. Furie
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Rheumatology At Great Neck

    865 Northern Boulevard, Suite 302, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Furie is a Rheumatologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Furie is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

    Dafna D. Gladman
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    399 Bathurst Street, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Dafna Gladman practices in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Gladman is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Kidney Transplant.

    Chaim Putterman
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology

    Montefiore At AECOM

    1300 Morris Park Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chaim Putterman, MD - Summary of Research Program and Goals. Dr. Putterman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Vasculitis.

    George C. Tsokos
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Rheumatology

    110 Francis Street, Suite 4B, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Greek

    George Tsokos is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Tsokos is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Arthritis.

    Victoria P. Werth
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

    Penn Dermatology Perelman

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Victoria Werth is a Dermatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Werth is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Dermatomyositis, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Pemphigus.

    Cynthia B. Aranow
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Aranow is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Aranow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Arthritis, and Vasculitis.

    Tsutomu T. Takeuchi
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Saitama, JP 

    Tsutomu Takeuchi practices in Saitama, Japan. Mr. Takeuchi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Shingles.

    Meggan C. Mackay
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Meggan Mackay is a Rheumatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Mackay is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Arthritis, and Vasculitis.

    Vibeke Strand
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Rheumatology

    Office

    306 Ramona Rd, 
    Portola Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vibeke Strand is a Rheumatologist in Portola Valley, California. Dr. Strand is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Cristina G. Arriens
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

    Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

    825 N.E. 13th St., 
    Oklahoma City, OK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology, Cristina Arriens, MD serves SSM Health St. Anthony patients in the Oklahoma City metro area at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. As a rheumatologist, she specializes in conditions such as arthritis and autoimmune diseases, among others. She has participated in extensive research in arthritis and clinical immunology, including but not limited to research on systemic lupus erythematosus and various potential treatments. Dr. Arriens is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Arthritis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

    Vasileios C. Kyttaris
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Rheumatology

    110 Francis Street, Suite 4B, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Vasileios Kyttaris is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kyttaris is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Marina Bravin
    Advanced in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Dermatology

    Bassett Oneonta Specialty Services

    1 Associate Drive, 
    Oneonta, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Bravin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Melanoma, Warts, and Psoriasis.

    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    8730 Alden Dr, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Wallace is a Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wallace is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Room 1E-409, 399 Bathurst Street, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Murray Urowitz practices in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Urowitz is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Glomerulonephritis, Osteonecrosis, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

    Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anca Askanase is a Rheumatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Askanase is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
    Internal Medicine

    Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

    825 NE 13th St, 
    Oklahoma City, OK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joan Merrill is an Internal Medicine provider in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Merrill is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Arthritis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?

    Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease. In this disease, the immune system of the body mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. It can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs.

    When should I see a Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctor near me?

    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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctor near me?

    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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctors near me?

    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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctors near me?

    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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctor near me?

    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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) 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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctor near me?

    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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) 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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) 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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) 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 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) 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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