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2 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sheila Arvikar specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and brings two decades of experience to her practice. Dr. Arvikar is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Arvikar practices at several prestigious hospitals throughout the Boston area, including Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Newton Wellesley Hospital. She treats patients with hand pain and neuropathic pain, conditions that can significantly impact daily activities. Her expertise includes managing chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy, a complex nerve disorder. She utilizes home infusion therapy and performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Arvikar highly, giving her …an average score of 5.0 out of 5.
Read More Read less Dr. Arvikar practices at several prestigious hospitals throughout the Boston area, including Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Newton Wellesley Hospital. She treats patients with hand pain and neuropathic pain, conditions that can significantly impact daily activities. Her expertise includes managing chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy, a complex nerve disorder. She utilizes home infusion therapy and performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Arvikar highly, giving her …an average score of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- speaks English, German, Spanish
- University Of Massachusetts Medical School
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Sheila Leah Arvikar has 7 locationsMassachusetts General Hospital Rheumatology Associates
55 Fruit St Ste 4BBoston, MA 02114Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Mass General Rheumatology Associates At Waltham
52 2nd Ave Ste 2600Waltham, MA 02451Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Massachusetts General Hospital Rheumatology Associates
54 Fruit St Ste 4bBoston, MA 02114Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Sheila Leah Arvikar, MD | Dr. John Clair Davis JR., MD | Dr. Maryann Nuo Zhang, MD | Dr. Miriam Ruth Friedman, MD |
| Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Internal Medicine | Rheumatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 20 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, German, Spanish | |||
| Boston , MA | West Roxbury , MA | New York , NY | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Sheila Leah Arvikar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sheila Leah Arvikar has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. Sheila Leah Arvikar holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Massachusetts Medical School in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Arvikar's NPI number is 1881721249.
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