Cristina G. Arriens
Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Cristina G. Arriens

Rheumatology
825 N.E. 13th St., 
Oklahoma City, OK 
Expertise in
3
conditions
825 N.E. 13th St., 
Oklahoma City, OK 

Overview

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 highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Arthritis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles and participating in 9 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Texas HSC - Dallas

Residency

University of Nebraska College of Medicine - UNMC

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in TX

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology
Drug Enforcement Administration
Oklahoma Bureau Of Narcotics And Dangerous Drugs
Oklahoma State Board Of Medical Licensure & Supervision

Fellowships

University of Texas Southwestern at Dallas

Hospital Affiliations

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Locations

OKLAHOMA MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION
825 N.E. 13th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73104

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.

9 Clinical Trials

A Randomized, Active-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Phase 3b/4 Study of Baricitinib in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
A Randomized, Active-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Phase 3b/4 Study of Baricitinib in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 22, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Baricitinib, TNF Inhibitor
Study Phase: Phase 4
A Phase 2 Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Efficacy and Safety Study of VIB7734 for the Treatment of Moderate to Severely Active Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A Phase 2 Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Efficacy and Safety Study of VIB7734 for the Treatment of Moderate to Severely Active Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 23, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Drug: VIB7734
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2 Study of LY3471851 (NKTR-358) in Adults With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 2 Study of LY3471851 (NKTR-358) in Adults With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 23, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: LY3471851
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 1b Study to Evaluate the Safety, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of TAK-079 in Combination With Standard Background Therapy in Patients With Moderate to Severe Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A Phase 1b Study to Evaluate the Safety, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of TAK-079 in Combination With Standard Background Therapy in Patients With Moderate to Severe Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 29, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: TAK-079
Study Phase: Phase 1
A 52-week, Phase 3, Multicentre, Randomised, Double Blind, Efficacy and Safety Study Comparing GSK3196165 With Placebo and With Tofacitinib, in Combination With Methotrexate in Participants With Moderately to Severely Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Who Have an Inadequate Response to Methotrexate
A 52-week, Phase 3, Multicentre, Randomised, Double Blind, Efficacy and Safety Study Comparing GSK3196165 With Placebo and With Tofacitinib, in Combination With Methotrexate in Participants With Moderately to Severely Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Who Have an Inadequate Response to Methotrexate
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 27, 2024
Intervention Type: Biological, Drug
Study Drugs: GSK3196165, Tofacitinib, Methotrexate, Folic acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multi-centre Long-term Extension Study to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of GSK3196165 in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
A Multi-centre Long-term Extension Study to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of GSK3196165 in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: February 07, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Drugs: Otilimab, csDMARD
Study Phase: Phase 3
A 24-week, Phase 3, Multicentre, Randomised, Double-blind, Efficacy and Safety Study, Comparing GSK3196165 With Placebo and With Sarilumab, in Combination With Conventional Synthetic DMARDs, in Participants With Moderately to Severely Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Who Have an Inadequate Response to Biological DMARDs and/or Janus Kinase Inhibitors
A 24-week, Phase 3, Multicentre, Randomised, Double-blind, Efficacy and Safety Study, Comparing GSK3196165 With Placebo and With Sarilumab, in Combination With Conventional Synthetic DMARDs, in Participants With Moderately to Severely Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Who Have an Inadequate Response to Biological DMARDs and/or Janus Kinase Inhibitors
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 17, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Drugs: GSK3196165, Sarilumab, csDMARDs
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Baricitinib in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Baricitinib in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: May 16, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Baricitinib
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Phase 3 Study of Baricitinib in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Phase 3 Study of Baricitinib in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 23, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Baricitinib
Study Phase: Phase 3
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33 Total Publications

A phase 2 trial of hydroxychloroquine in individuals at risk for rheumatoid arthritis.
A phase 2 trial of hydroxychloroquine in individuals at risk for rheumatoid arthritis.
Journal: Arthritis & rheumatology (Hoboken, N.J.)
Published: June 05, 2025
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You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristina G. Arriens by calling their office at 405-271-6242. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cristina G. Arriens a top-rated expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristina G. Arriens is classified as an Elite expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Cristina G. Arriens specialize in?

While Dr. Cristina G. Arriens is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, and Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Cristina G. Arriens participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Cristina G. Arriens has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). You can view a list of Dr. Cristina G. Arriens's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Cristina G. Arriens accept my insurance?

Dr. Cristina G. Arriens accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 405-271-6242 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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