Dr. Judith F. Ashouri
Overview
Dr. Judith Ashouri is a rheumatologist who specializes in caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disease that causes joint inflammation and may damage tissues and organs throughout the body. Ashouri's research focuses on CD4 T cells, immune cells that play a key role in RA progression. She uses a unique tool to identify and characterize T cell receptors, which facilitate activation of CD4 T cells, in models of both mouse and human RA, with the goal of better understanding these processes and ultimately discovering new RA therapies. Ashouri earned her medical degree at UCSF. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, then returned to UCSF to complete a fellowship in rheumatology. Ashouri has published several papers detailing her research, and she has received awards for scholarship, research and teaching.
Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, Scleroderma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
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400 Parnassus Ave., Floor B-1, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Judith F. Ashouri
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Judith F. Ashouri?
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Is Dr. Judith F. Ashouri a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Judith F. Ashouri is classified as an Experienced expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), 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. Judith F. Ashouri specialize in?
While Dr. Judith F. Ashouri is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Scleroderma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Judith F. Ashouri accept my insurance?
Dr. Judith F. Ashouri accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2497 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- DermatomyositisDr. Ashouri isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Lupus NephritisDr. Ashouri isExperienced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Polymyalgia RheumaticaDr. Ashouri isExperienced. Learn about Polymyalgia Rheumatica.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Ashouri isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Rhizomelic PseudopolyarthritisDr. Ashouri isExperienced. Learn about Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.
- SclerodermaDr. Ashouri isExperienced. Learn about Scleroderma.