Expertise in
15
conditions
Expertise in
15
conditions

Overview

Robert Sands is a Rheumatologist in South Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Sands is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

Graduate Institution

Baylor College Of Medicine, 1974 - 1978

Residency

New England Medical Center - Tufts School of Medicine, 1979 - 1981

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MA

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine
Rheumatology

Fellowships

Massachusetts General Hospital, 1981 - 1982
Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, 1981 - 1982
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, 1982 - 1984
Brigham and Women's Hospital, 1982 - 1984

Hospital Affiliations

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
North Shore Medical Center -
Brigham And Women's Hospital
Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Orthopaedics Center
1153 Centre Street, Suite 5, South Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Other Locations
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Rheumatology Center
1153 Centre Street, Suite 4D, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic and Arthritis Center
60 Fenwood Road, 2nd Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, Boston, MA 02115
Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center (Foxborough)
22 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035
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Is Dr. Robert A. Sands a top-rated expert for Scleroderma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert A. Sands is classified as an Distinguished expert for Scleroderma, 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. Robert A. Sands specialize in?

While Dr. Robert A. Sands is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Robert A. Sands accept my insurance?

Dr. Robert A. Sands accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-983-7720 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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