Overview
Saira Sheikh is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Dr. Sheikh is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Arthritis.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials.
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- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
100 Eastowne Dr Fl 3, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill,, NC 27514
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. Saira Sheikh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Saira Sheikh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Saira Sheikh by calling their office at 984-974-4191. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Saira Sheikh a top-rated expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Saira Sheikh is classified as an Distinguished 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. Saira Sheikh specialize in?
While Dr. Saira Sheikh is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Saira Sheikh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Saira Sheikh has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). You can view a list of Dr. Saira Sheikh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Saira Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Saira Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 984-974-4191 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
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Sheikh isDistinguished. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Advanced
- ArthritisDr. Sheikh isAdvanced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
- Lupus NephritisDr. Sheikh isAdvanced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Experienced
- Adult Still's DiseaseDr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about Adult Still's Disease.
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- DermatomyositisDr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- FibromyalgiaDr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about Fibromyalgia.
- IgG4-Related DiseaseDr. Sheikh isExperienced. Learn about IgG4-Related Disease.