Summary

Dr. Michael Istfan is a rheumatologist who has been treating patients with arthritis and autoimmune conditions for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Marshall University School of Medicine in Huntington, West Virginia, and completed his internal medicine residency at Charleston Area Medical Center followed by specialized fellowship training in rheumatology at Medical University of South Carolina Medical Center. Dr. Istfan is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Istfan practices at CAMC Rheumatology in South Charleston, West Virginia, where he focuses on helping patients manage joint pain and inflammatory conditions. He treats patients with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, providing comprehensive care that may include coordinating physical therapy and monitoring treatment progress through blood work. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

CAMC Rheumatology South Charleston

4610 Kanawha Ave SW Ste 301South Charleston, WV 25309
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.4 
42 Years of Experience 67 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
South Charleston , WVPEMBROKE PINES , FLSouth Charleston , WVCharleston , WV
Med School: Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia University School of Medicine Med School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Istfan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Freedom Health
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Istfan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Istfan has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, West Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

Medical School

Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington WvGraduated in 1984

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