25 of the Best Rheumatologists Near Me in bridgeton, MO

Looking for the best rheumatologist near bridgeton, MO? Find a top rheumatologist near you in bridgeton, MO 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 71 specialists near bridgeton, MO

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    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Parker, MD, is a board-eligible rheumatologist with special medical interest in treating rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis, vasculitis and crystal-associated arthropathies. He is well-versed in providing joint aspirations and injections. Dr. Parker received his medical degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine. He completed his internship at Saint Louis University School of Medicine where he also served his residency. Following that, Dr. Parker completed fellowship training at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Parker sees patients aged 18 and older. As a rheumatologist, I believe that the best quality of care starts with a strong patient-physician relationship. It is from here, and having trust in therapy, that healing can begin. I believe in treating my patients as I would treat my family and in guiding them through the process of treating a chronic disease.- Adam Parker, MD. Dr. Parker is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Microscopic Polyangiitis, Arthritis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Parker is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
    Expertise in
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    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Pashto, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Mehwish Bilal, MD, is a board-eligible rheumatologist with SSM Medical Group. Dr. Bilal earned her medical degree from Khyber Medical College in Pakistan. She completed her rheumatology residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Queens Hospital Center in New York, and her fellowship at Stony Brook University Hospital. Dr. Bilal specializes in treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and vasculitis. ""My goal is to establish a good physician-patient relationship with patients and to treat them as I would my own family member."" - Mehwish Bilal, MD". Dr. Bilal is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Bilal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Bilal is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    SSM Health Medical Group

    1120 Shackelford Road, 
    Florissant, MO 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Shuang Song, MD, PhD, earned her medical degree from West China Center of Medical Sciences of Sichuan University, in Chengdu, China, and a PhD from University of California, Berkeley. She completed her residency at St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield, Missouri, and a rheumatology fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Song is a member of the American College of Rheumatology and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Song is a published author with professional interests in rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, osteoarthritis, lupus, Sjogren's syndrome, inflammatory myopathy, scleroderma, vasculitis, Raynaud's phenomenon, interstitial pneumonia with autoimmune features, noninfectious uveitis and autoimmune diseases associated with cancer immunotherapy. Dr. Song also performs joint aspiration and injection using an ultrasound guided approach. ""I believe that a good treatment plan should be tailored to each individual to maximize benefits and minimize risks.""". Dr. Song is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Song is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Song is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    St. Luke's Rheumatology Associates

    224 S Woods Mill Rd, 
    Chesterfield, MO 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Linda Hunt is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Hunt is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Felty Syndrome. Dr. Hunt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Arthritis Consultants Inc.

    522 N New Ballas Rd Ste 240, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amanda Dehlendorf is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Dehlendorf is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Perniosis. Dr. Dehlendorf is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Terry Moore cares for adult and pediatric rheumatology patients, treating conditions such as lupus, juvenile arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue diseases, febrile syndromes, and vasculitis. Dr. Moore and his staff have expertise in the use of all biologics and immunosuppressive medications in autoimmune diseases. He is interested in research into regulatory T cells in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and biomarkers in juvenile arthritis. Dr. Moore is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He serves as the director of Adult and Pediatric Rheumatology. Dr. Moore is a Master of the American College of Rheumatology, and a fellow of the American College of Physicians and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He serves on the board of the Arthritis Foundation. When not teaching or caring for patients, Dr. Moore coaches select girls' soccer and softball teams. Dr. Moore is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Arthritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Moore is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aslam is board certified in internal medicine and specializes in rheumatology. She completed her residency and fellowship at University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. She earned her medical degree at Allama Iqbal Medical College in Lahore, Pakistan. She has been in practice for more than 10 years. Dr. Aslam has special medical interests in rheumatology, lupus, psoriatric arthritis, gout and joint injections. My mission is to treat my patients with the most up to date treatments available and provide them with not only the best health care possible but also improve the quality of their life.- Romila Aslam, MD. Dr. Aslam is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Aslam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Aslam is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Muhammad Zaheer is a rheumatologist who treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and systemic sclerosis. He uses the latest treatments in his practice, including arthrocentesis (joint aspiration) and intra-articular steroid injections (joint injections). Dr. Zaheer's primary research interest is rheumatoid arthritis. He is an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Zaheer is a member of the American College of Rheumatology and American College of Physicians. Dr. Zaheer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, and Dermatomyositis. Dr. Zaheer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Zaheer is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    St Louis Medical Clinic PC

    3009 N Ballas Rd Ste 100B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ying Du is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Du is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Gout, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Du is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Washington University School Of Medicine

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Deborah Parks is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Parks is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Psoriasis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Parks is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
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    Office

    13100 Manchester Rd Ste 70, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Sona Kamat is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kamat is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Kamat is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    15
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    St Louis Medical Clinic PC

    3009 N Ballas Rd Ste 100B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Divalerio is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Divalerio is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Divalerio is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
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    Clayton Medical Associates PC

    520 S Elm Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Budd is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Budd is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis. Dr. Budd is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
    Referral required

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 5C, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, Filipino, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, Yiddish
    Accepting New Patients

    Deepali Sen is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sen is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Lupus Nephritis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Sen is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required
    520 S. Elm Ave., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chad Ronholm is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ronholm is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Synovitis. Dr. Ronholm is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Ronholm is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 5C, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Prabha Ranganathan is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ranganathan is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis. Dr. Ranganathan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Office

    3023 N Ballas Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Temprano is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Temprano is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Temprano is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
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    The Siteman Cancer Center Medical Oncology

    10 Barnes West Dr, 
    Creve Coeur, MO 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Reema Syed is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Creve Coeur, Missouri. Dr. Syed is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Scleroma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Dr. Syed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alfred Kim is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Arthritis Consultants Inc.

    522 N New Ballas Rd Ste 240, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Ross is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ross is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Hypocomplementemic Urticarial Vasculitis, and Mixed Connective Tissue Disease. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maria Gonzalez-Mayda is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gonzalez-Mayda is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. Gonzalez-Mayda is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
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    SSM Health Medical Group

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Norman Simon, DO, is a board-certified rheumatologist who specializes in the medical management of general rheumatology with special interests in in rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, autoimmune systemic connective tissue diseases, systemic vasculitis and more. He sees patients 18 years and older. Dr. Simon graduated from Western University of Health Sciences, completed his residency at the University of Nevada, and fellowship at the University of California, Irvine. ""My most important tool in the clinic is my ears,"" says Dr. Simon. ""I make sure to listen to my patients and focus on their symptoms rather than provide treatment directed by test results."" In his free time, Dr. Simon enjoys spending time with his family, including two Basset Hounds, watching movies, and working in his yard.". Dr. Simon is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Vasculitis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Simon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Simon is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Rama Atluri is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Atluri is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma. Dr. Atluri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Atluri is currently accepting new patients.

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    Christian Hospital Northeast

    11133 Dunn Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kongsak Tanphaichitr is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Fibromyalgia, and Erythema Nodosum. Dr. Tanphaichitr is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
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    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Colin Diffie is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Diffie is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Temporal Arteritis, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Diffie is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a Rheumatologist near bridgeton, MO?

    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 bridgeton, MO?

    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 near bridgeton, MO?

    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 bridgeton, MO?

    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 bridgeton?

    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 bridgeton, MO?

    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 bridgeton, MO?

    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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