25 of the Best Rheumatologists Near Me in Forest City, NC

I enjoy the field of medicine because of the relationships that are built between patients and myself. I place a strong emphasis on educating patients about their conditions and medication. This allows us to go through a shared decision-making process that tailors treatment to the individual. Dr. Doss is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Polychondritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Lupus Nephritis, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Doss is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

Henry Chow is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. Chow is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Chow is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology.

Robert Gay Jr is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Winston-salem, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Gay Jr is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Hypersensitivity Vasculitis, Goodpasture Syndrome, and Polymyositis. Dr. Gay Jr is board certified in Internal Medicine.

Bilal Muzaffar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Winston-salem, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Muzaffar is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis. Dr. Muzaffar is board certified in Rheumatology.

Pooja Kumari is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Huntersville, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Kumari is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Kumari is board certified in Rheumatology.

My primary clinical and research focus is systemic sclerosis (Scleroderma), a rare, chronic autoimmune condition. I direct the Duke Scleroderma Center, one of 40 centers in the country focusing on this disease. We are currently conducting clinical trials and have initiated a registry for patients with scleroderma to help identify better treatments. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach along with pulmonologists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists and hematologists to find the best treatment course for an individual patient. Outside of the hospital I enjoy running and spending time with my family, including our wide assortment of animals. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, Localized Scleroderma, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

Max Shenin is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Shenin is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Dr. Shenin is board certified in Rheumatology.

I enjoy the long-term relationships I build with patients as a rheumatologist. My primary areas of clinical expertise in rheumatology are systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE, lupus) and inflammatory myopathies, especially dermatomyositis and the antisynthetase syndrome. I co-founded the Duke Lupus Clinic in 2007. I am also a passionate educator and mentor. I have led the Duke Rheumatology Fellowship Program to train rheumatology doctors since 2008. I chair the Department of Medicine Faculty Development Academy to mentor education scholars, and I serve as the Vice Chair for Education for the Duke Department of Medicine. In this role, I oversee educational programs throughout the Department of Medicine. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, exercising, and gardening. Dr. Criscione is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Dermatomyositis, Lupus Nephritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Criscione is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , , and American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

I love being a rheumatologist. Caring for and treating patients with arthritis, gout, lupus, vasculitis, and other systemic inflammatory diseases is rewarding and allows me to form long standing relationships with many of my patients. During my career, an incredible number of new treatments for rheumatologic diseases have been developed, which allow my patients to obtain much better outcomes with less pain and disability. My mission and purpose is to provide the best possible patient-centered care for my patients and colleagues for whom I consult. Treatment that creates a remission for a patient with arthritis is very satisfying to me. In my free time, spending time with my family and friends brings me joy. Dr. Mccallum is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroretinitis, Punctate Inner Choroidopathy, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Eales Disease, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Mccallum is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , , and American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

Cheryl Robertson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Robertson is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Osteoporosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

Heather Holden is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Holden is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Sjogren Syndrome.

Gordon Lam is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Lam is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Antisynthetase Syndrome, Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome, Dermatomyositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Maria Suarez is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Suarez is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Osteoporosis, and Knee Replacement.

Laura Schanberg is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Schanberg is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Arthritis, and Lupus Nephritis.

Niti Goel is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Goel is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Arthritis, Hepatectomy, and Endoscopy.

Mary Anne is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Clayton, North Carolina. Dr. Anne is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

I am a rheumatologist who treats adult patients as well as a physician-scientist. My clinical practice includes patients with rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatologic conditions desiring advice about engaging in physical activity and exercise. My goal in my patient care approach and research is to develop exercise interventions that will improve disease activity, cardiovascular risk, and quality of life in patients with rheumatologic disease. Dr. Huffman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Juvenile Dermatomyositis. Dr. Huffman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

Richard Loeser is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Loeser is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).

I love the practice of rheumatology and what it has to offer. It is a unique field that allows me to incorporate my pharmacy background when treating patients with autoimmune disorders. My philosophy in treating the patient is to listen to their story. I find that every patient has a unique story. What I love about rheumatology is the patient provider relationship that you build over time. This is very special to me. I have been practicing rheumatology since 2013. My family and I have been in Greensboro, North Carolina since the 1990s. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine.

As a rheumatologic, I care for people living with a range of autoimmune conditions. As Director of the Duke Lupus Clinic and Duke Lupus Registry, I specialize in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and lupus related conditions. I was drawn to the field of rheumatology because of the complex, multi-system nature of autoimmune diseases and the many exciting advances in immune therapies. Rheumatology is a field where the most important part of my visit is listening and understanding my patients' journey. I work alongside an exceptional group of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, students, researchers, and staff. Together, our goal is to provide compassionate, comprehensive and state-of-the-art care for people living with lupus. Outside of clinic, I enjoy biking, running, and spending time with my family. Dr. Rogers is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Dr. Rogers is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

Sahithi Jarugula is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Jarugula is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Jarugula is board certified in Internal Medicine.

I was inspired to become a rheumatologist during medical school when I witnessed the incredible care and personal bond formed between rheumatologists and their patients. Throughout my residency and fellowship, I trained under a long series of mentors that focused not only on the skills necessary to diagnose and treat rheumatologic conditions but also the importance of understanding the impact of these conditions on patients’ lives. It is an honor to serve patients with all types of rheumatologic conditions, and I am continually inspired by my patients' fortitude and resiliency. On a personal note, my biggest joy in life is spending time with my wonderful wife and three daughters. I am also an avid baseball fan, and I love rooting on the Durham Bulls!. Dr. Leverenz is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Leverenz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , , and American Board Of Internal Med, Rheumatology.

Leslie Ranken is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Ranken is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Ranken is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology. Dr. Ranken is currently accepting new patients.

Ashley Green is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Concord, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Green is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Goodpasture Syndrome. Dr. Green is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Green is currently accepting new patients.

Manika Zeri is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Zeri is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Zeri is currently accepting new patients.