Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Richard J. Looney

Rheumatology
Rheumatology Clinic At Strong Memorial Hospital-Henrietta
400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240, 
Rochester,, NY 
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Expertise in
8
conditions
Rheumatology Clinic At Strong Memorial Hospital-Henrietta
400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240, 
Rochester,, NY 

Overview

Richard Looney is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Rochester,, New York.

Dr. Looney is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Sarcoidosis, Neurosarcoidosis, and Lupus Nephritis.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Allergy & Immunology in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Strong Memorial Hospital
St James Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Rheumatology Clinic At Strong Memorial Hospital-Henrietta
400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240, Rochester,, NY 14623

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

A Phase II Controlled Trial of Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Refractory Lupus
A Phase II Controlled Trial of Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Refractory Lupus
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Low Dose Mesenchymal Stem Cells, High Dose Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase II Multicenter Trial of a Monoclonal Antibody to CD20 (Rituximab) for the Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis-Associated Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (SSc-PAH)
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase II Multicenter Trial of a Monoclonal Antibody to CD20 (Rituximab) for the Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis-Associated Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (SSc-PAH)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 21, 2023
Intervention Type: Other, Biological, Drug, Diagnostic test
Study Phase: Phase 2
An Investigator-Initiated, Phase II, Randomized, Withdrawal Study of Mycophenolate Mofetil (MMF) in Patients With Stable, Quiescent Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
An Investigator-Initiated, Phase II, Randomized, Withdrawal Study of Mycophenolate Mofetil (MMF) in Patients With Stable, Quiescent Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: August 17, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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43 Total Publications

Update on allergen immunotherapy for asthma.
Update on allergen immunotherapy for asthma.
Journal: Current opinion in pulmonary medicine
Published: February 24, 2026
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Is Dr. Richard J. Looney a top-rated expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard J. Looney is classified as an Advanced expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), 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. Richard J. Looney specialize in?

While Dr. Richard J. Looney is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Sarcoidosis, and Neurosarcoidosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Richard J. Looney participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Richard J. Looney has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). You can view a list of Dr. Richard J. Looney's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Richard J. Looney accept my insurance?

Dr. Richard J. Looney accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 585-486-0901 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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