88 Results forRheumatologists near Houston, TX
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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 88 specialists practicing Rheumatology in Houston, TX with an overall average rating of 4.0 stars. There are 65 hospitals near Houston, TX with affiliated Rheumatology specialists, including Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital and Texas Children's Hospital.
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- 845 FM 1960 Rd W Ste 102Houston, TX 7709017 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
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Biography: <p>Since graduating from Klein High School and the University of St Thomas (UST) in Houston, Dr. Peer completed both medical school and his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston. He then received his fellowship training in rheumatology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) in Dallas.</p> <p>He is certified in both rheumatology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM).</p> <p>Dr. Peer enjoys treating patients with all forms of arthritis and connective tissue disorders. He has a special interest in performing musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided injections to relieve pain and discomfort.</p> <p>He also teaches rheumatology to medical students as a volunteer preceptor and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at his alma mater, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB).</p> <p>Dr. Peer is a fellow of the American of College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the American College of Physicians (ACP), along with being a member of the American Medical Association (AMA), Texas Medical Association (TMA) and Harris County Medical Society (HCMS).</p> <p>When not caring for patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife and young son, reading, watching movies and playing tennis.</p>
Dr. Lily Romero Karam, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology6550 Fannin St Ste 1001Houston, TX 770304.7 miles awayDr. Lu Huifang, MD
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Specialty: Rheumatology6400 Fannin St Ste 450Houston, TX 770304.5 miles awayDr. Jena Nimri, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology7200 Cambridge StHouston, TX 770305.2 miles awayDr. Saimun Singla, DO
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology2500 Fondren Rd Ste 235Houston, TX 770639.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Ankur Kamdar, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology6410 Fannin St Ste 500Houston, TX 770304.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Sang Kim, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology1515 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 770305.0 miles awayDr. Ugo Awa, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 770304.6 miles awayDr. Shalini Jha, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology7200 Cambridge StHouston, TX 770305.2 miles awayDr. Eyal Muscal, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology2 Greenway Plz Ste 900Houston, TX 770464.8 miles awayDr. Nida Momin, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology1001 Campbell Rd # UHouston, TX 770558.8 miles awayDr. William Ratnoff, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology912 Detering StHouston, TX 770072.9 miles awayDr. Grace Lo, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology2002 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 770304.8 miles awayDr. Cagri Toruner, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology1102 Bates Ave Ste 330Houston, TX 770305.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Martin Fischer, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology2727 W Holcombe Blvd Ste 3Houston, TX 770255.7 miles awayDr. Haihui Wang, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology2808 Caroline St Ste 201Houston, TX 770042.2 miles awayDr. Barbara Lister, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology5302 MANDELL STHouston, TX 770053.9 miles awayDr. Rana Taherian, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology6411 Fannin StHouston, TX 770304.5 miles awayDr. Luz Verma, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 770304.6 miles awayDr. Surabhi Jong, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 770304.6 miles awayDr. Marshall Sack, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology3100 Timmons Ln Ste 250Houston, TX 770274.8 miles awayDr. Huong Le, MD
Specialty: Rheumatology1515 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 770305.0 miles awayDr. Miriah Gillispie-Taylor, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology6621 Fannin StHouston, TX 770305.0 miles awayDr. Maria Pereira Palacios, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology1102 Bates AveHouston, TX 770305.0 miles awayDr. Mailan Nguyen, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology6701 Fannin St Fl 11Houston, TX 770305.1 miles awayPedro Ambriz, PA-C
Specialty: Rheumatology1111 Augusta DrHouston, TX 770576.9 miles away