Dr Michelle J. Di Fiore, MD | Palo Alto, CA | Rheumatologist

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Dr. Michelle Di Fiore specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect the joints, bones, and immune system. They earned their medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences and completed their residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. With 11 years of experience treating patients with rheumatic diseases, Dr. Di Fiore brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and managing complex inflammatory conditions.

Dr. Di Fiore practices at the Palo Alto Center and maintains affiliations with UCI Medical Center, Sutter Eden Medical Center, and Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz. They commonly treat patients with osteoarthritis, joint pain, and rheumatoid arthritis. Their approach includes performing bone density tests to assess bone health and ordering extremity X-rays to evaluate joint damage. Physical therapy recommendations are often part of their comprehensive treatment plans. Patients give Dr. Di Fiore an average …rating of 4.9 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.9

15 Ratings
11 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
Uc Irvine Medical Center
15 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
1 office location

Patients appreciate Dr. Michelle Joanne DiFiore for her thoroughness, professionalism, and compassionate approach. Many reviews highlight her ability to provide clear explanations, her attentiveness during consultations, and her willingness to take the time needed to address patient concerns. While no negative reviews were provided in the dataset, the overall tone suggests a highly positive patient experience.

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Amazing Rheumatologist which is why I'm heartbroken to know she is leaving us

March 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Kind and relatable, put me at ease

March 21st, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Professional, patient, listened and answered all my questions

March 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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REALLY HELPFUL! I am so relieved after seeing her. My arthritis pain has already decreased. Caring too.

February 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr DiFiore is very knowledgeable and interested in my well being. She never rushes through my visit. She is very thorough.

November 22nd, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Doctor is thorough with her explanations and will provide reading material when available.

October 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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The Dr. Took time to check .e over and ask me questions, and also explain what it might be.

September 9th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Di Fiore is wonderful. She answered all my questions, is very pleasant to work with, and is extremely capable.

April 24th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Everything was clearly and ongoing explained to me. I was treated with respect, kindness, patience and professionalism.

April 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Di Fiore is very professional . She's sincere. Takes time to talk with you. Great personality. I feel for the first time my problem will gets Results. First time with my problem I feel something

December 21st, 2023 | Source: Partner

Palo Alto Center

795 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94301

Tel: (650) 853-2275

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Dr Michelle J. Di Fiore, MD	Dr. Michael Tsung-Hsiang Chang, MD	Dr. Hisako Ohmoto, MD	Dr. Robert Becker Constantz Jr, MD
Rheumatology	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
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4.9 (15 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.8 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
11 Years of Experience	53 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience
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Palo Alto , CA	Burlingame , CA	Pleasanton , CA	Portola Valley , CA
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences	Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine	Med School: Creighton University	Med School: University of California at San Diego
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Rheumatology

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Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

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Uc Irvine Medical Center

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Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & SciencesGraduated in 2015

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