Overview
Sonam Kiwalkar, MD, MEHP, is a board-certified rheumatologist who cares for people with arthritis, autoimmune diseases and other rheumatic conditions. She is committed to helping patients better understand their health, manage their symptoms and achieve lasting improvements in their quality of life.Dr. Kiwalkar believes the best care begins with listening. She takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, answer questions, and explain diagnoses and treatment options in a clear, easy-to-understand way. Working together, she develops personalized treatment plans that reflect each person’s goals, values and lifestyle. Her approach combines compassion, education and evidence-based care to help patients feel informed, supported and empowered throughout their healthcare journey.Dr. Kiwalkar received the Rheumatology Research Foundation’s Clinician Scholar Educator Award (2023–2026), recognizing her work to advance education that improves care for people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. She is an active member of several professional organizations dedicated to advancing rheumatology care and research.Outside of medicine, Dr. Kiwalkar enjoys Indian cooking and is a trained classical Indian dancer.
Dr. Kiwalkar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).
Dr. Kiwalkar is board certified in Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kiwalkar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
33501 1st Way S., Federal Way, WA 98003
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. Sonam Kiwalkar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar by calling their office at 206-223-6824. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar a top-rated expert for Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar is classified as an Advanced expert for Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), 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. Sonam Kiwalkar specialize in?
While Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). You can view a list of Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-223-6824 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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- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Kiwalkar isAdvanced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
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- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Kiwalkar isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- ArthritisDr. Kiwalkar isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- BursitisDr. Kiwalkar isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)Dr. Kiwalkar isExperienced. Learn about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
- Erythema NodosumDr. Kiwalkar isExperienced. Learn about Erythema Nodosum.
- FibromyalgiaDr. Kiwalkar isExperienced. Learn about Fibromyalgia.