7 Results forRheumatologists near Palm Desert, CA
Learn more about Rheumatologists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Rheumatologists
A rheumatologist specializes in diagnosing and treating arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. Rheumatic diseases are characterized by inflammation and loss of function of your joints, tendons, ligaments, bones or muscles. A rheumatologist is an internal medicine doctor specializing in the health needs of adults with rheumatic problems.
A rheumatologist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and physical condition
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Provides expertise in diagnosing complex diseases that tend to be vague in the early stages and change with time
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Orders and interprets laboratory tests and imaging exams
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Diagnoses and treats rheumatic conditions including certain autoimmune diseases, pain syndromes, arthritis, and other joint disorders
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Prescribes medications and other therapies
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Provides advice about appropriate levels of exercise and rest
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Provides referrals to surgeons when needed
A rheumatologist may also be known as an arthritis doctor or RA doctor.
There are 7 specialists practicing Rheumatology in Palm Desert, CA with an overall average rating of 3.8 stars. There are 9 hospitals near Palm Desert, CA with affiliated Rheumatology specialists, including Eisenhower Medical Center, El Centro Regional Medical Center and Hi-desert Medical Center.
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Dr. Kam Newman, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology39000 Bob Hope Dr Ste K305Rancho Mirage, CA 922703.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Sheri Hsu, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology47110 Washington St Ste 103La Quinta, CA 922534.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Rheumatology39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 922703.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Maria Greenwald, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology69730 Highway 111 Ste 101Rancho Mirage, CA 922705.5 miles awayDr. Malahat Movahedian, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology41120 Washington St Ste 108Bermuda Dunes, CA 922034.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Jose Troncoso, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology75036 GERALD FORD DRPalm Desert, CA 922114.3 miles awayDevin Wilson
Specialty: Autoimmune Diseases78900 Avenue 47 Ste 102La Quinta, CA 922535.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Low wait times
- Explains conditions well