Overview
Emily Smitherman is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama.
Dr. Smitherman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Arthritis.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Smitherman is currently accepting new patients.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- OTHER MEDICAID
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
Locations
1600 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
1601 4th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
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.
1 Clinical Trials
Children's Of Alabama
Timothy Beukelman is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Beukelman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Beukelman is currently accepting new patients.
Children's Of Alabama
Matthew Stoll is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Stoll is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Sarcoidosis. Dr. Stoll is currently accepting new patients.
Children's Of Alabama
Peter Weiser is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. His clinical expertise encompasses Multicentric Carpotarsal Osteolysis Syndrome, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), and Arthritis. Dr. Weiser is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Emily A. Smitherman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Emily A. Smitherman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Emily A. Smitherman by calling their office at 205-638-9438. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Emily A. Smitherman a top-rated expert for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Emily A. Smitherman is classified as an Advanced expert for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), 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. Emily A. Smitherman specialize in?
While Dr. Emily A. Smitherman is a Pediatric Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Emily A. Smitherman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Emily A. Smitherman has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). You can view a list of Dr. Emily A. Smitherman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Emily A. Smitherman accept my insurance?
Dr. Emily A. Smitherman accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-638-9438 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)Dr. Smitherman isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Smitherman isAdvanced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Experienced
- ArthritisDr. Smitherman isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.