4.8
45 Ratings with 34 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sean Whelton is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency in internal medicine at Georgetown University Hospital, followed by specialized fellowship training in rheumatology at the same institution. With 29 years of medical experience, Dr. Whelton holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Whelton practices at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and sees patients in Washington, DC. He has extensive experience treating systemic lupus erythematosus, which affects multiple organ systems throughout the body. His expertise also includes caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, two common conditions that cause joint pain and stiffness. Dr. Whelton provides preventive care …services including flu vaccinations and adult immunizations to help protect his patients' overall health. Patients rate him highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Whelton practices at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and sees patients in Washington, DC. He has extensive experience treating systemic lupus erythematosus, which affects multiple organ systems throughout the body. His expertise also includes caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, two common conditions that cause joint pain and stiffness. Dr. Whelton provides preventive care …services including flu vaccinations and adult immunizations to help protect his patients' overall health. Patients rate him highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Georgetown Univ Hosp, Rheumatology; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
- 34 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
3800 Reservoir Road Northwest PHC
3800 Reservoir Road Northwest Pasquerilla Healthcare CenterWashington, DC 20007 Tel: (202) 444-6200
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Medical Specialties
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Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Sean Andrew Whelton holds an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Rheumatology; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La in 1997 and Tulane Univ School of Medicine in 1997.
NPI Number
Sean Andrew Whelton's NPI number is 1659370757.
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