Overview
I am a rheumatologist who treats adult patients as well as a physician-scientist. My clinical practice includes patients with rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatologic conditions desiring advice about engaging in physical activity and exercise. My goal in my patient care approach and research is to develop exercise interventions that will improve disease activity, cardiovascular risk, and quality of life in patients with rheumatologic disease.
Dr. Huffman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
Dr. Huffman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 151 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
3475 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
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.
3 Clinical Trials
Duke University Hospital
Jeffrey Shen is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Shen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurosarcoidosis and Sarcoidosis.
Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc
My primary clinical and research focus is systemic sclerosis (Scleroderma), a rare, chronic autoimmune condition. I direct the Duke Scleroderma Center, one of 40 centers in the country focusing on this disease. We are currently conducting clinical trials and have initiated a registry for patients with scleroderma to help identify better treatments. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach along with pulmonologists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists and hematologists to find the best treatment course for an individual patient. Outside of the hospital I enjoy running and spending time with my family, including our wide assortment of animals. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, Localized Scleroderma, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Maria Suarez is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Suarez is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Osteoporosis, and Knee Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kim Huffman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kim Huffman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kim Huffman by calling their office at 919-684-8111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kim Huffman a top-rated expert for Arthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kim Huffman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Arthritis, 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. Kim Huffman specialize in?
While Dr. Kim Huffman is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Juvenile Dermatomyositis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Kim Huffman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kim Huffman has published 151 articles and abstracts on conditions like Arthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Kim Huffman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kim Huffman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim Huffman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-8111 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
- Distinguished
- ArthritisDr. Huffman isDistinguished. Learn about Arthritis.
- Advanced
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Huffman isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Experienced
- Juvenile DermatomyositisDr. Huffman isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Dermatomyositis.