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Dr. Karen S. Kolba

Rheumatology
Pacific Arthritis Center
607 Plaza Dr Ste A, 
Santa Maria, CA 
44 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
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Pacific Arthritis Center
607 Plaza Dr Ste A, 
Santa Maria, CA 

Overview

Karen Kolba is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Santa Maria, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.

Dr. Kolba is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

Pacific Arthritis Center
607 Plaza Dr Ste A, Santa Maria, CA 93454

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

A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel-Group, Placebo- and Active-Controlled, Multicenter Phase III Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Olokizumab in Subjects With Moderately to Severely Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Inadequately Controlled by Methotrexate Therapy
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel-Group, Placebo- and Active-Controlled, Multicenter Phase III Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Olokizumab in Subjects With Moderately to Severely Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Inadequately Controlled by Methotrexate Therapy
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 21, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3

2 Total Publications

Choosing Wisely: the American College of Rheumatology's Top 5 for pediatric rheumatology.
Choosing Wisely: the American College of Rheumatology's Top 5 for pediatric rheumatology.
Journal: Arthritis care & research
Published: August 11, 2013
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Is Dr. Karen S. Kolba a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen S. Kolba is classified as an Advanced 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. Karen S. Kolba specialize in?

While Dr. Karen S. Kolba is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Karen S. Kolba participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Karen S. Kolba has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Karen S. Kolba's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Karen S. Kolba accept my insurance?

Dr. Karen S. Kolba accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-925-8899 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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