
Overview
I try my best to be compassionate, timely and provide up-to-date evidence-based care.
Dr. Sams is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).
Dr. Sams is board certified in Rheumatology, Rheumatology — Rheumatology, Internal Medicine — Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Sams is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Sams has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael L. Sams
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael L. Sams?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael L. Sams by calling their office at 630-268-0200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael L. Sams a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael L. Sams 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. Michael L. Sams specialize in?
While Dr. Michael L. Sams is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Michael L. Sams participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael L. Sams has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Michael L. Sams's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael L. Sams accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael L. Sams accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 630-268-0200 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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- Advanced
- Polymyalgia RheumaticaDr. Sams isAdvanced. Learn about Polymyalgia Rheumatica.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Sams isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD)
- Experienced
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- DermatomyositisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome)
- Erythema NodosumDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Erythema Nodosum.
- Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)Dr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).
- Goodpasture SyndromeDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Goodpasture Syndrome.
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.
- Hypersensitivity VasculitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Hypersensitivity Vasculitis.
- Inclusion Body MyositisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Inclusion Body Myositis.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.
- Juvenile Temporal ArteritisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Temporal Arteritis.
- MelorheostosisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Necrotizing VasculitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Vasculitis.
- OsteopeniaDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- OsteoporosisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- PolymyositisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- PsoriasisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Psoriasis.
- Psoriatic ArthritisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Psoriatic Arthritis.
- Reactive ArthritisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Reactive Arthritis.
- Rheumatoid Lung DiseaseDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Lung Disease.
- Rheumatoid PneumoconiosisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.
- Rheumatoid VasculitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Vasculitis.
- SclerodermaDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Scleroderma.
- ScleromaDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Scleroma.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)Dr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- VasculitisDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- VEXAS SyndromeDr. Sams isExperienced. Learn about VEXAS Syndrome.