Overview
Emily Smitherman is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Smitherman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Arthritis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1601 4th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
1600 7th 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 in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Beukelman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
Children's Of Alabama
Melissa Mannion is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Mannion is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Localized Scleroderma.
Children's Of Alabama
Matthew Stoll is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Stoll is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Emily Smitherman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Emily Smitherman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Emily 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 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 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 Smitherman specialize in?
While Dr. Emily 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 Smitherman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Emily Smitherman has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). You can view a list of Dr. Emily 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 Smitherman accept my insurance?
Dr. Emily 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.