Overview
Emily Vara, DO, specializes in Pediatric Rheumatology and is located in North Charleston, SC.
Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and PFAPA.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2250 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
2250 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
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.
MUSC University Hospital
Richard Silver is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Silver is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Dermatomyositis.
MUSC Health Rheumatology At West Ashley Medical Pavilion
Dr. Katherine Silver specializes in the fields of adult and pediatric rheumatology. She attended medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina and graduated in 2009. She went on to complete residencies in both internal medicine and pediatrics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In 2013, she returned to MUSC for additional training in rheumatology. Dr. Silver completed a combined fellowship in adult and pediatric rheumatology in 2017. During this time, she also obtained a masters degree in the area of clinical research. After completing her training, she joined the faculty at MUSC.Dr. Silver's clinical interests include scleroderma and connective tissue diseases, juvenile scleroderma, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Scleroderma is a rare and often poorly understood disease. Dr. Silver is passionate about providing comprehensive care to patients with this condition as well as having the opportunity to participate in clinical research in an effort to learn more about this disease.Another one of Dr. Silver's interests is transition medicine. Being trained in both adult and pediatric rheumatology, she is uniquely suited to help young adults with rheumatologic conditions transition from the world of pediatric rheumatology to that of adult rheumatology. Dr. Silver is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, Scleroma, and Mixed Connective Tissue Disease.
MUSC Children's Health Rheumatology At Summey Medical Pavilion
Dr. Mileka Gilbert is a pediatric rheumatologist who sees children with joint pain, arthritis, lupus, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, vasculitis, periodic fever syndrome, and fibromyalgia. She has expertise in performing steroid joint injections. She is also very interested in lupus research. Dr. Gilbert attended medical school at the University of North Carolina and also obtained a Ph.D. in microbiology and immunology. She completed pediatric training at the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. Dr. Gilbert joined the MUSC team in 2015 after completing fellowship training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. She enjoys working with children and families to provide the best care for her patients. Dr. Gilbert is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Localized Scleroderma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Emily Vara
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Emily Vara?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Emily Vara by calling their office at 843-876-0444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Emily Vara a top-rated expert for Juvenile Dermatomyositis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Emily Vara is classified as an Experienced expert for Juvenile Dermatomyositis, 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 Vara specialize in?
While Dr. Emily Vara is a Pediatric Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and PFAPA. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Emily Vara participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Emily Vara has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Juvenile Dermatomyositis. You can view a list of Dr. Emily Vara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Emily Vara accept my insurance?
Dr. Emily Vara accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-876-0444 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.
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- Juvenile DermatomyositisDr. Vara isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
- PFAPADr. Vara isExperienced. Learn about PFAPA.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Vara isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).