Overview
Rajaie Namas is a Rheumatologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Namas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 61 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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
Taubman Center
Dr. J. Michelle Kahlenberg MD, PhD is a physician scientist and Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan. She completed her MD, PhD, and Internal Medicine training at Case Western Reserve University and completed her fellowship in Rheumatology at the University of Michigan. She joined the University of Michigan faculty in 2011, was appointed Assistant Professor in 2012, and was promoted to Associate Professor with tenure in 2018. She has been running her own laboratory and has been an active member of the Immunology Training Program since 2013. Her clinical work is centered on the care of complicated lupus patients, including those with refractory skin disease. Her R01-funded research laboratory combines translational approaches using patient samples and murine models to uncover the mechanisms that drive lupus and lupus flares. In particular, she is focused on unraveling the pathogenic mechanisms in cutaneous lupus, the factors that drive photosensitivity, and how skin inflammation can influence systemic lupus activity. Her work has received institutional accolades and national recognition from the Arthritis National Research Foundation, The Rheumatology Research Foundation, American Society for Clinical Investigation and the Lupus Foundation of America. In her spare time, she enjoys organic gardening, working on the family farm EMMA Acres run by her husband, Mark, and spending time with her husband and children. Dr. Kahlenberg is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency.
Taubman Center
Dr. Khanna is a board-certified rheumatologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at Michigan Medicine. She has a Master of Public Health degree with a focus in epidemiology and health services research. She joined University of Michigan in 2011 and has dedicated gout clinics there and at the Ann Arbor VA which are meant to foster a center of excellence in the Midwest area. In her spare time she enjoys reading, cooking with her family, and traveling. Dr. Khanna is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gout, Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
Taubman Center
William Mccune is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Mccune is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Vasculitis, and Splenectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rajaie Namas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rajaie Namas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rajaie Namas by calling their office at 734-647-5900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rajaie Namas a top-rated expert for Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rajaie Namas is classified as an Advanced expert for Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), 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. Rajaie Namas specialize in?
While Dr. Rajaie Namas is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroderma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Rajaie Namas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rajaie Namas has published 61 articles and abstracts on conditions like Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). You can view a list of Dr. Rajaie Namas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
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
- Advanced
- ArthritisDr. Namas isAdvanced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Namas isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- SclerodermaDr. Namas isAdvanced. Learn about Scleroderma.
- Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)Dr. Namas isAdvanced. Learn about Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
- Experienced
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Namas isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Namas isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- DermatomyositisDr. Namas isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis
- Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome)


