25 of the Best Rheumatologists Near Me in Georgia, US

Looking for the best rheumatologist in Georgia, US? Find a top rheumatologist near you in Georgia, US who is an expert in your specific condition. A rheumatologist is a doctor who specializes in treating musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions.

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MediFind found 184 specialists in Georgia, US

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    Arezou Khosroshahi
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Offers Telehealth

    Arezou Khosroshahi is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Khosroshahi has been practicing medicine for over 25 years is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are IgG4-Related Disease, Lupus Nephritis, MAGIC Syndrome, and Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD).

    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    3747 Roswell Rd, 
    Marietta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammad Kamran is a Rheumatologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Kamran is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Dermatomyositis, and Gout. Dr. Kamran is currently accepting new patients.

    Folashade O. Alade
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Peachtree City

    1000 Commerce Drive, Suite 100, 
    Peachtree City, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Alade earned her medical degree from Drexel University School of Medicine and her residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Internal Medicine. She went on to complete her Rheumatology Fellowship at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. She is a current member of the American College of Rheumatology & American Medical Association.In her spare time, Dr. Alade enjoys reading, visiting cultural sites, travel and spending time with her family.Dr. Alade welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Alade is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Raynaud Phenomenon, and Fibromyalgia.

    Kashif A. Jafri
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Atlanta

    1800 Howell Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kashif A. Jafri, M.D., is a clinical rheumatologist who is double board-certified in rheumatology and in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). He graduated from medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) and a rheumatology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Prior to joining Piedmont, he was a partner at Pacific Rheumatology Associates in San Francisco.Dr. Jafri enjoys caring for rheumatologic patients with all types of autoimmune/immune-mediated diseases and inflammatory arthritis, including systemic lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, and dermatomyositis/polymyositis. He is passionate about patient education and effective communication, and he takes pride in developing collaborative relationships over time with his patients and their families.Dr. Jafri has several peer-reviewed publications in academic journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine, Arthritis and Rheumatology, Arthritis Care and Research, Clinical Rheumatology, Rheumatology International, BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, and the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He has presented his research at multiple American College of Rheumatology annual meetings and at the European Union League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) annual meeting. In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis, reading, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. He lives in Atlanta with his wife and son, and he is very excited to serve the Atlanta community. Dr. Jafri welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Jafri is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are IgG4-Related Disease, Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD), and MAGIC Syndrome.

    Wambui Machua
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Atlanta

    1800 Howell Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Kiswahili
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wambui Machua, M.D., completed her residency and fellowship training at Morehouse School of Medicine and Medical College of Georgia respectively. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Machua was previously involved in multiple clinical trials in the Atlanta area. She is a member of the American College of Rheumatology, International Society for Clinical Densitometry and board certified in internal medicine. She serves on the Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia chapter, Medical Advisory Board. Dr. Machua believes medicine brings healing through collaboration between the patient and the medical provider team. She provides compassionate, patient-centered care and utilizes cutting edge therapies and holistic care to manage rheumatic diseases. She is a strong advocate for her patients. In her free time, Dr. Machua enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking and cooking. Dr. Machua welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Machua is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

    Javeria Bhawal
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Rheumatology Care Of Georgia - Marietta

    3901 Roswell Road, Suite 208, 
    Marietta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Javeria Bhawal, M.D., earned her Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery degree from Islamic International Medical College in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, NY. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Bhawal completed her fellowship in rheumatology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She is a member of the American College of Physicians and American College of Rheumatology and is fluent in Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.In her spare time, Dr. Bhawal enjoys interior designing and spending time with her children.Dr. Bhawal welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.Visit the practice website atrcarega.com. Dr. Bhawal is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Gout, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Katina C. Tsagaris
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Katina Tsagaris is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Tsagaris has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scleredema, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Scleroderma.

    Aloice O. Aluoch
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Piedmont Eastside Rheumatology

    2121 Fountain Drive, Ste E, 
    Snellville, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Swahili
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aloice Aluoch earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis where he also completed his internship and residency. Dr. Aluoch completed his residency in rheumatology at Emory University School of Medicine. He received his undergraduate degree from applied biochemisty and he is board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology.Prior to joining Piedmont Eastside Rheumatology, he worked with Piedmont Physicians Group for 7 years. He worked at several locations including Piedmont Atlanta office, Peachtree City office, Covington office and Rockdale office.Dr. Aluoch is a member of the American Medical Association and the American College of Rheumatology. He has published several articles in the field of rheumatology. He participates in multiple speaker programs for professional groups.In his spare time, Dr. Aluoch enjoys climbing Stone Mountain with his wife and four boys.Dr. Aluoch welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Aluoch is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Microscopic Polyangiitis, Lupus Nephritis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

    Ignacio Sanz
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Ignacio Sanz is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sanz has been practicing medicine for over 48 years is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

    Prateek C. Gandiga
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Prateek Gandiga is an Associate Professor and Senior Physician in rheumatology at Emory University (Atlanta, Georgia). In addition to General Rheumatology practice, he heads the Emory Myositis Specialized Clinic and is a multi-disciplinary faculty member of the Emory Interstitial Lung Disease Center. Dr. Gandiga's professional interests in autoimmune myositis (including dermatomyositis, polymyositis, and anti-synthetase syndrome) are strongly influenced by his previous work as an academic hospital medicine specialist at Georgetown University, where he served in several local and national leadership positions. In addition to internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis and clinical fellowship in rheumatology at the University of Pennsylvania, he has received training through the selective NIH Clinical Research Training Program and Measey Clinical Educators' Training Program. Dr. Gandiga's professional activities include involvement in the design and execution of multiple clinical trials, as well as well-referenced contributions to theMedNet and other professional publications. He has played a leadership role in medical education and exam-preparation through the National Board of Medical Examiners, the American College of Rheumatology, and the Society of Hospital Medicine. Dr. Gandiga resides in Atlanta and enjoys spending time adventuring and eating gelato with his wife and their gooberhead of an adopted dog. Dr. Gandiga is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Myositis, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.

    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Athanasios Tiliakos is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Tiliakos has been practicing medicine for over 22 years is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Vasculitis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Center, P.C.

    102 Mary Alice Park Road, Ste805, 
    Cumming, GA 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Naveen Raj is a Rheumatologist in Cumming, Georgia. Dr. Raj has been practicing medicine for over 16 years is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Gout, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    989 Saint Sebastian Way, 
    Augusta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elena Schiopu is a Rheumatologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Schiopu is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Dermatomyositis, and Polymyositis. Dr. Schiopu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Harbin Clinic Rheumatology Cartersville

    150 Gentilly Boulevard, 
    Cartersville, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nonyelum Ejieke is a Rheumatologist in Cartersville, Georgia. Dr. Ejieke is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Ejieke is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Center, P.C.

    601 Old Norcross Road, SteA, 
    Lawrenceville, GA 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Kim is a Rheumatologist in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 21 years is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Gout, and Polymyositis.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Rheumatology Consultants

    5440 Hwy 29, 
    Grantville, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Wilson is a Rheumatologist in Grantville, Georgia. Dr. Wilson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are MAGIC Syndrome, IgG4-Related Disease, Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus Infections, and Light Chain Deposition Disease (LCDD).

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Of Georgia

    3921 Johns Creek Court, SteC, 
    Suwanee, GA 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexandra Tiliakos is a Rheumatologist in Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Tiliakos has been practicing medicine for over 20 years is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Fibromyalgia, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

    Alok Sachdeva
    Expertise in
    45
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    45
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Associates And Clinic, LLC

    1240 Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast, Suite 500, 
    Gainesville, GA 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alok Sachdeva is a Rheumatologist in Gainesville, Georgia. Dr. Sachdeva has been practicing medicine for over 23 years is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Sachdeva is currently accepting new patients.

    Tracy Lovell
    Expertise in
    44
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    44
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Associates And Clinic, LLC

    1240 Jesse Jewell Parkway Southeast, Suite 500, 
    Gainesville, GA 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tracy Lovell is a Rheumatologist in Gainesville, Georgia. Dr. Lovell has been practicing medicine for over 26 years is highly rated in 44 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Temporal Arteritis, and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Lovell is currently accepting new patients.

    Claro T. Palma
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Mountainside

    370 W Highlands DR, Suite 220, 
    Ellijay, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Claro Palma, MD received his medical degree from the University of the Philippines, in Manila, Philippines. He completed internal medicine internship, then residency in Internal Medicine at the Worcester City Hospital in Worcester Massachusetts. He completed his fellowship in Immunology and Rheumatology at the University of Missouri - Columbia. Dr. Palma is a member of the American College of Physicians, board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine / Rheumatology and is a Certified Clinical Densitometrist through the International Society for Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Palma specializes in adult rheumatology and provides specialty care in diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, pseudogout, polymyalgia rheumatica, giant cell/temporal arteritis, osteoporosis, systemic lupus, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, Sjogren's syndrome, Wegener's granulomatosis, and vasculitis.Dr. Palma welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Palma is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Raynaud Phenomenon, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Rattandeep Singh
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions

    Buckhead Rheumatology

    371 East Paces Ferry Road, Ste 525, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rattandeep Singh is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Singh is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Raynaud Phenomenon, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Jonathan Waltuck
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Waltuck is a Rheumatologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Waltuck has been practicing medicine for over 40 years is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Dermatomyositis.

    Sylvia Dold
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Associates And Clinic, LLC

    1270 Friendship Road, Suite 100, 
    Braselton, GA 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sylvia Dold is a Rheumatologist in Braselton, Georgia. Dr. Dold has been practicing medicine for over 26 years is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Dold is currently accepting new patients.

    Joshua M. Hedrick
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Athens

    1270 Prince Avenue, Ste 303, 
    Athens, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hedrick specializes in Rheumatology and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was with the Cleveland Clinic Florida for 4 years. Dr. Hedrick treats conditions such as Gout, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis, Lupus, Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis, Sjogren's Syndrome, Vasculitis, and Osteoporosis, among other rarer conditions.Dr. Hedrick is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hedrick is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sjogren Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Paula Song
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Rheumatology

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Atlanta

    1800 Howell Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paula Song, MD, earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in San Jose, California and her Rheumatology fellowship at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She received her undergraduate degree in integrative biology from the University of California, Berkeley.Dr. Song believes in building relationships with patients and providing individualized care. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of autoimmune connective tissue diseases and inflammatory arthritis, including systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthritis, gout, vasculitis and myositis.In her spare time, Dr. Song enjoys hiking, spending time with family and friends, and playing with her dog, Cali. Dr. Song is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Arthritis, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

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    When should I see a Rheumatologist in Georgia, US?

    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 in Georgia, US?

    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 does MediFind rank Rheumatologists in Georgia, US?

    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 in Georgia, US?

    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 Georgia?

    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 in Georgia, US?

    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 in Georgia, US?

    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. 

    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). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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