Arthritis
Providers who treat arthritis: see credentials, insurance, and contact details before you ever call.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
Osteoarthritis, the most common type, involves the gradual breakdown of cartilage in a joint. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the joints. A clinician diagnoses the specific type, which guides the kind of care and the type of provider involved.
Do I need a rheumatologist, or can my primary-care provider manage arthritis?
Many people manage arthritis with their primary-care provider, who may refer you to a rheumatologist for inflammatory or autoimmune forms, or to physical therapy or an orthopedic surgeon depending on the situation. These provider types appear in this directory.
Is arthritis treatable?
Arthritis is generally a manageable, long-term condition, and care aims to reduce symptoms and maintain function. The right plan depends on the type and is set by a clinician. This page is general education, not individual medical advice.
When is a painful joint an emergency?
A joint that becomes intensely painful and swollen quickly, usually just one joint, with a fever and pain that gets worse with movement, can be septic arthritis, a joint infection. MedlinePlus says recovery is good with prompt antibiotic treatment and that permanent joint damage may result if treatment is delayed, so don't wait for a routine appointment: go to an emergency department, and call 911 if you are too unwell to get there safely. Don't search a directory in an emergency.
Understanding arthritis
Arthritis literally means joint inflammation, and the word is used broadly for many conditions that affect the joints and the tissues around them. Common forms include osteoarthritis, the most common type, which involves the breakdown of cartilage in a joint, and rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the joints. Symptoms often include joint pain, stiffness, and swelling.
Because there are many types of arthritis, care can involve different providers. A primary-care provider often coordinates care; a rheumatologist specializes in inflammatory and autoimmune forms; physical and occupational therapists help with movement and function; and orthopedic surgeons address some joint problems.
Finding the right provider
A primary-care provider is a common starting point: they can evaluate joint symptoms, begin care, and refer you to a rheumatologist or other specialist when the type of arthritis calls for it. ProviderQuoHealth shows each provider's credentials, accepted insurance, and accepting-new-patients status so you can narrow the list before you call.
Arthritis is usually a long-term condition managed over time. One picture is different and time-critical. Septic arthritis is a joint infection, and MedlinePlus describes its symptoms as coming on quickly: a fever and swelling usually in just one joint, with intense joint pain that gets worse with movement, sometimes with redness or being unable to move the limb. That same page says recovery is good with prompt antibiotic treatment and that permanent joint damage may result if treatment is delayed, so do not wait for a routine appointment: go to an emergency department, and call 911 if you are too unwell to get there safely. Don't search a directory in an emergency.
Arthritis on ProviderQuoHealth
FirstHealth Surgical Specialties — Orthopedic Surgery
FirstHealth Surgical Specialties provides orthopedic surgery services in Rockingham, NC. The practice is part of FirstHealth, a regional healthcare system.
FirstHealth Firstcare Specialty Center — Orthopedic Surgery
FirstHealth FirstCare Specialty Center is an orthopedic surgery facility located in Raeford, NC. The center provides orthopedic surgical services to patients in the surrounding area.
FirstHealth Richmond Medical Group - Orthopedic Clinic — Orthopedic Surgery
FirstHealth Richmond Medical Group Orthopedic Clinic is an orthopedic surgery practice located in Rockingham, NC. The clinic provides orthopedic surgical care and related services to patients in the area.
Christopher Leber, MD
Christopher Leber, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Aberdeen, NC. He provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, and related structures.
Konrad Michael Dziamski, MD
Konrad Michael Dziamski, MD, is a rheumatologist practicing in Sanford, NC. He provides care for patients dealing with rheumatologic conditions. Dr. Dziamski is available to discuss treatment options and management strategies with his patients.
Sanford Surgical Specialties, P.A. — Orthopedic Surgery
Sanford Surgical Specialties, P.A. provides orthopedic surgery services in Sanford, NC. The practice focuses on surgical orthopedic care for patients in the area.
Samuel David Ciliberto, MD
Samuel David Ciliberto, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon based in Sanford, NC. He provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, and related structures.
S. David Ciliberto, M.D., P.A. — Orthopedic Surgery
S. David Ciliberto, M.D., P.A., is an orthopedic surgeon serving patients in Sanford, NC. He provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for musculoskeletal conditions.
FirstHealth Orthopaedics — Orthopedic Surgery
FirstHealth Orthopaedics offers orthopedic surgery services in Sanford, NC. The practice is dedicated to providing care for musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.
Andrew Panchenko Bush, MD
Andrew Panchenko Bush, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sanford, NC. He provides surgical and non-surgical orthopedic care to patients in the area.
Victoria Deniss Martin, OTD OTR/L
Victoria Deniss Martin, OTD, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist based in Sanford, NC. She provides occupational therapy services to help clients improve their daily functioning and independence.
Susan Agostine, OTR
Susan Agostine, OTR, is an occupational therapist practicing in Sanford, NC. She works with patients to help them develop or regain the skills needed for daily activities and meaningful engagement in their lives.
Stephanie Smith, OTR/L
Stephanie Smith, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist practicing in Sanford, NC. She works with patients to support their ability to engage in daily activities and improve functional independence.
Robin Dawn Bilodeau
Robin Dawn Bilodeau is an occupational therapist in Sanford, NC. With expertise in helping patients develop and maintain skills for daily living, Robin Dawn Bilodeau works to support functional independence and quality of life.
Rachel Hill, OTR/L
Rachel Hill, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist in Sanford, NC. She works with patients to help them develop or regain the skills needed for daily activities and independent living.
Rachael L Mcwilliams
Rachael L McWilliams is an occupational therapist in Sanford, NC. She works with patients to develop and maintain the skills needed for daily living and work activities.
Pamela Jean Warfield
Pamela Jean Warfield is an occupational therapist serving the Sanford, NC area. She works with patients to help them develop or regain skills for daily living and independence.
Melissa E Rabinowitz, MS OTR/L
Melissa E Rabinowitz, MS OTR/L, is an occupational therapist in Sanford, NC. She works with clients to support their ability to engage in daily activities and improve overall function and independence.
Matthew Lee, BS
Matthew Lee is an occupational therapist in Sanford, NC. With a BS credential, Lee works with patients to support their daily functioning and independence. Contact the office for more information about services.
Kathryn Hansen, OTR/L
Kathryn Hansen, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist in Sanford, NC. She works with patients to help them develop skills for daily living and improve their independence in everyday activities.
Jessica Royal
Jessica Royal is an occupational therapist based in Sanford, NC. She works with patients to help them develop or maintain the skills needed for daily activities and independent living.
Jayme Lynn Kirk, OTR/L
Jayme Lynn Kirk, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist serving the Sanford, NC area. She works with patients to help them develop or regain skills for daily living and improve their overall function and independence.
Everbloom Pelvic Health, PLLC — Occupational Therapy
Everbloom Pelvic Health, PLLC provides occupational therapy services in Sanford, NC. The practice focuses on pelvic health care for patients seeking specialized treatment in this area.
Diana L Longwell, OTR/L
Diana L Longwell is an occupational therapist serving the Sanford, NC area. With credentials as an OTR/L, she works with patients to help them develop skills for daily living and independence.
Dawn Priest, BS
Dawn Priest, BS, is an occupational therapist serving Sanford, NC. She works with patients to develop skills for daily living and improve overall function. Priest is dedicated to helping clients achieve their personal health goals.
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Sources
- Arthritis (MedlinePlus; publisher last updated 2025-03-03, read in full by the author 2026-08-16; verbatim: "Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis")· reviewed 2025-03-03
- Arthritis (NIAMS; publisher last reviewed 2022-11, read in full by the author 2026-08-16; verbatim: "'Arthritis' literally means joint inflammation", and the seven common types it lists)· reviewed 2022-11
- Arthritis (CDC hub page; read in a real browser by the author 2026-08-16. It carries the type list this page follows, verbatim "Osteoarthritis is the most common arthritis type" plus rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, gout and childhood arthritis. NO PUBLISHER DATE IS SHOWN ON THIS PAGE, which is why none is recorded; that is a property of the source, not an omission here. Its earlier attributed quote about "more than 100 conditions" is NOT on the page and has been removed from this entry.)
- Septic arthritis (MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia; publisher last reviewed 2025-05-12, read end to end in a real browser by the author 2026-08-16. Verbatim: "Symptoms usually come on quickly. There is a fever and joint swelling that is usually in just one joint. There is also intense joint pain, which gets worse with movement." its symptom list for children and adults, verbatim: "Not able to move the limb with the infected joint (pseudoparalysis)", "Severe joint pain", "Joint swelling", "Joint redness", "Fever"; and "Recovery is good with prompt antibiotic treatment. If treatment is delayed, permanent joint damage may result." Diagnosis on that page is by "Aspiration of joint fluid")· reviewed 2025-05-12
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