Dr. Catherine A. Sims
Overview
I focus on reproductive rheumatology and preventative health care to improve comprehensive care for patients with rheumatologic conditions. I have received grant funding to support research analyzing pregnancy experiences and outcomes in women with vasculitis. Through rigorous methods, diverse research experience, collaboration with patients and national advocacy groups, and formal didactic training my overarching goal is to empower women with rheumatologic conditions and providers to make informed decisions regarding family planning and preventative health care.
Dr. Sims is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Arthritis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, she has co-authored 5 articles in the study of Vasculitis.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Duke Infusion Center South Durham
I am a board-certified rheumatologist who provides consultative care for patients with a wide variety of musculoskeletal and autoimmune diseases. My training and experience have provided me with the ability to evaluate and treat complex illnesses and work closely with your primary care provider to achieve the best possible outcomes. In addition to patient care, I spend about half of my time doing clinical research. Throughout my research career, I have focused on the development of novel therapies for various rheumatologic diseases, including primary Sjögren’s syndrome, vasculitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. As a leader within the Division of Rheumatology and Immunology, I have gained an appreciation for the value of teamwork in addressing patient concerns and improving our clinical practice. I balance my job through family and sports, which keeps me energized and happy with my work. Dr. William is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Relapsing Polychondritis.
Cape Fear Valley Health Medical Group LLC
Anshul Rao is a Rheumatologist in Lillington, North Carolina. Dr. Rao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Antisynthetase Syndrome, Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Raleigh Hospital
Joseph Shanahan is a Rheumatologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Shanahan has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Scleredema, Scleroma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Psoriasis.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- VasculitisDr. Sims isAdvanced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Experienced
- ArthritisDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Sims isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).