25 of the Best Rheumatologists Near Me in St. Petersburg, FL
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MediFind found 23 specialists near St. Petersburg, FL
St. Joseph's Hospital Rheumatology
Dr. Abie Samuel is board certified in rheumatology and internal medicine. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, New Jersey. She then completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington, Connecticut and then a rheumatology fellowhip at the Univeristy of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. Her clinical interests include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and osteoporosis. She is a member of the American College of Rheumatology. Dr. Samuel is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), IgG4-Related Disease, MAGIC Syndrome, and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections. Dr. Samuel is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Rheumatology). Dr. Samuel is currently accepting new patients.
St. Joseph's Hospital Rheumatology
Dr. Arnaldo Torres Rodriguez is a dedicated provider who carefully listens to his patients and provides sound advice that would benefit them. A board certified rheumatologist, Dr. Torres Rodriguez is an accomplished practitioner serving the community of St. Petersburg, Florida at BayCare Medical Group. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and concluded his internship and residency in internal medicine Saint Vincent's Medical Center. He then went on to complete his fellowship in rheumatology at New York Medical College. He is certified in rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Torres Rodriguez believes that two-way communication is the key to good health. Dr. Torres is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Torres is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Rheumatology). Dr. Torres is currently accepting new patients.
Allergy & Rheumatology Associates LLC
Michelle Spuza-Milord is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Spuza-Milord is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Spuza-Milord is currently accepting new patients.
St. Joseph's Hospital Rheumatology
Dr. Karsha Sajnani is board certified in rheumatology and internal medicine and is with BayCare Medical Group in St. Petersburg, Florida, where she sees patients age 18 and older. She earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida, completed an internal medicine residency at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, and performed a rheumatology fellowship at Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Sajnani’s clinical interests include autoimmune disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma and systemic lupus erythematosus. She manages chronic conditions using modern therapeutics and works with her patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Sajnani is affiliated with St. Anthony’s Hospital. Dr. Sajnani is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses MAGIC Syndrome, IgG4-Related Disease, Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD), Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sajnani is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and AB Internal Medicine (Rheumatology). Dr. Sajnani is currently accepting new patients.
Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Rheumatology
Dr. Taylor Kann is a board-certified rheumatologist with Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health. She has nine years of experience and specializes in complex inflammatory and autoimmune conditions affecting the joints, muscles, bones and connective tissues. Her expertise includes:Inflammatory arthritisSystemic lupus erythematosusVasculitisGout and pseudogoutSjögren’s syndromeMyositisSclerodermaJoint painRheumatologic diseaseDr. Kann strives to build strong, trusting relationships with patients while using evidence-based practices to treat their chronic autoimmune conditions. She prioritizes education, safety and long-term continuity of care to achieve the best possible outcomes.Dr. Kann’s TrainingDr. Kann earned a bachelor’s degree in microbiology at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis and received her osteopathic medicine degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in radenton, Florida, where she was inducted into Sigma Sigma Phi honor society. She completed an internal medicine residency at Cleveland Clinic Akron General in Ohio and a rheumatology fellowship at the University of Central Florida in Orlando.About Dr. KannDr. Kann is board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Her professional memberships include the Florida Society of Rheumatology, American College of Rheumatology, American College of Physicians, American College of Osteopathic Internists and Florida Osteopathic Medical Association.Dr. Kann’s work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals, and she has delivered presentations at national conferences.Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, visiting Disney theme parks and traveling. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sjogren Syndrome, Tenosynovitis, Interstitial Keratitis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Kann is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. Dr. Kann is currently accepting new patients.
Allergy & Rheumatology Associates
Ginige De Silva is a Rheumatologist and an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. De Silva is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. De Silva is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and AB Internal Medicine (Rheumatology). Dr. De Silva is currently accepting new patients.
St. Joseph's Hospital Rheumatology
Dr. Emmanuel Pardo is board certified in internal medicine and specializes in rheumatology with BayCare Medical Group in St. Petersburg, Florida, and sees patients age 18 and older. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Perelman School of Medicine/University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, completed an internal medicine residency at the Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana, followed by a rheumatology fellowship at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami in Miami, Florida.Dr. Pardo’s clinical interests involve disorders of the immune system including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, lupus, osteoporosis and tendinitis. He’s certified in basic life support and a member of the American Medical Association. He’s affiliated with St. Anthony’s Hospital. Dr. Pardo is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and AB Internal Medicine (Rheumatology). Dr. Pardo is currently accepting new patients.
Suncoast Internal Medicine Consultants
Rubaiya Mallay is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Mallay is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD), Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, and MAGIC Syndrome. Dr. Mallay is currently accepting new patients.
St. Pete Arthritis & Rheumatology
Slavica Bobic is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Bobic is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Bobic is currently accepting new patients.
Osteoporosis And Rheumatology Center Of Tampa Bay LLC
Jeffrey Miller is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.
St Petersburg Arthritis Center PA
Fellipe Oliveira is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Oliveira is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Oliveira is currently accepting new patients.
SC Physicians LLC
Susan Fraser is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Fraser is currently accepting new patients.
Suncoast Internal Medicine Consultants
Robert Digiovanni is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Digiovanni is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and IgG4-Related Disease. Dr. Digiovanni is currently accepting new patients.
American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates LLC
Susan Zito is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Zito is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Behcet Disease. Dr. Zito is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zito is currently accepting new patients.
Carolyn Schroeder Connelly MD PA
Carolyn Connelly is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Connelly is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Felty Syndrome. Dr. Connelly is currently accepting new patients.
Locicero Medical Group
Suresh Kumar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Monkeypox, Felty Syndrome, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.
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Steven Fink is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Bay Pines, Florida. Dr. Fink is currently accepting new patients.
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Jian Ma is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Bay Pines, Florida. Dr. Ma is currently accepting new patients.
Optic Shoppe
Esther Jimenez-Encarnacion is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Jimenez-Encarnacion is currently accepting new patients.
American Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates LLC
John Carter is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Carter is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Reactive Arthritis. Dr. Carter is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.
Macdill Pharmacare Pharmacy
Colleen Ward is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.
The Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
Snezana Trajkovic is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Trajkovic is currently accepting new patients.
Suncoast Internal Medicine Consultants
Peggy Cordle is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida.
When should I see a Rheumatologist near St. Petersburg, FL?
There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as:
- Your primary care provider recommends it.
- Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care.
- Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment.
- You need specialized testing or procedures.
- You want a second opinion.
What should I consider when choosing a Rheumatologist near St. Petersburg, FL?
It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.
How do I find the best Rheumatologist near St. Petersburg, FL?
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How does MediFind rank Rheumatologists near St. Petersburg, FL?
MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database.
What types of insurance are accepted by Rheumatologists near St. Petersburg, FL?
Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network.
How can I book an appointment online with a Rheumatologist in St. Petersburg?
MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatologist search results page.
Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Rheumatologist?
Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.
How can I prepare for my appointment with a Rheumatologist near St. Petersburg, FL?
Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items:
- Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year)
- Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see
- Family history of disease
- List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses
- Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.
- List of questions and concerns
- Your insurance card
You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit.
What questions should I ask my Rheumatologist?
Here are some sample questions:
- Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated?
- What symptoms or side effects should I watch for?
- What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results?
- Are there other specialists I need to see?
- What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions?
How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Rheumatologist may know about?
MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you.
MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand.
Can I filter my search to show male or female Rheumatologists near St. Petersburg, FL?
Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers.
What are the most common health conditions that a Rheumatologist near St. Petersburg, FL might treat?
Can I filter my search to find a Rheumatologist that offers video calls?
Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Rheumatologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls).






