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Arthritis Care in Southern Pines, NC

Providers who treat arthritis: see credentials, insurance, and contact details before you ever call.

22 providers in Southern Pines

Care in Southern Pines

Southern Pines and Pinehurst together form the medical core of the Sandhills, a Moore County market shaped by a large retirement-age population. FirstHealth of the Carolinas operates the regional system; primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, and behavioral health all run deep here, supported by demand from a patient base that skews older than the state as a whole.

Medicare is the primary insurer for a large share of patients here. Most practices accept Medicare; supplemental and Medicare Advantage acceptance varies by plan. Confirm coverage before booking.

Medically reviewed by Myra A. Jones BSN, RN, CCM · August 17, 2026

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.

Providers in Southern Pines

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Sandhills Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic, PA — Orthopedic Surgery

Sandhills Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic, PA provides orthopedic surgery services in Southern Pines, NC. The clinic specializes in orthopedic care for patients in the area.

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Taylor Roseto

Taylor Roseto is an occupational therapist based in Southern Pines, NC. Roseto works with patients to support their ability to engage in daily activities and meaningful occupations.

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Stefanie Ann Burton, OTR

Stefanie Ann Burton, OTR, provides occupational therapy services in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to develop skills and strategies that support independence in daily activities.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Stacey Cunningham

Stacey Cunningham is an occupational therapist in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to support their independence and function in daily activities. Cunningham is available to discuss how occupational therapy services may benefit you.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Randi Michelle Laws, OTR/L

Randi Michelle Laws is an occupational therapist, OTR/L, serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. She works with clients to develop skills and strategies for daily living and meaningful activities.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Rachel M Pessagno, OTR/L

Rachel M Pessagno is an occupational therapist serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. As an OTR/L, she provides occupational therapy services to support clients in their daily activities and functional goals.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Patricia Ann Zoellner, OTRL

Patricia Ann Zoellner is an occupational therapist in Southern Pines, NC. She works with clients to support their independence and participation in daily activities through therapeutic intervention.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Nita Fowler Halloran, OTR/L

Nita Fowler Halloran is an occupational therapist serving the Southern Pines, NC area. As an OTR/L, she works with patients to support their daily functioning and independence. She is available for occupational therapy services in Southern Pines.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Michaela Marie Mcquaig, MOT OTR/L

Michaela Marie McQuaig is an occupational therapist (OTR/L) in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to develop skills and strategies that support independence in daily activities and meaningful engagement in life roles.

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Lesley Myers, OTD

Lesley Myers, OTD, is an occupational therapist practicing in Southern Pines, NC. Dr. Myers works with patients to support their independence and participation in daily activities.

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Leigh Anne Pollard, OTD

Leigh Anne Pollard, OTD, is an occupational therapist in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to support their ability to engage in meaningful daily activities and improve their overall function and independence.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Kristen Renee Gutman, OTR/L

Kristen Renee Gutman is an occupational therapist, OTR/L, providing services in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to develop skills and strategies for daily living and meaningful activities.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Katherine Leann Bailey, OTR/L

Katherine Leann Bailey is an occupational therapist serving the Southern Pines, NC area. As an OTR/L, she works with patients to develop skills for daily living and meaningful activities.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Katherine Dooher, COTA/L

Katherine Dooher is a certified occupational therapy assistant serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. She works with clients to develop skills and strategies that support daily living and independence.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Jerome Le-an, OT

Jerome Le-An, OT, provides occupational therapy services in Southern Pines, NC. As an occupational therapist, Le-An works with patients to support their participation in daily activities and meaningful roles.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Heather Jean Dill, OTR/L

Heather Jean Dill, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist practicing in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to support their daily functioning and independence through therapeutic intervention.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Gregory Michael Shahum, PhD MHA OTR/L

Gregory Michael Shahum is an occupational therapist in Southern Pines, NC. With credentials including a PhD and Master of Health Administration, he brings extensive expertise to occupational therapy practice.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Elizabeth Merrill, OTR/L

Elizabeth Merrill, OTR/L, provides occupational therapy services in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to help them develop the skills and strategies needed for their daily activities and independence.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Christine May Abbott, OTR

Christine May Abbott, OTR, provides occupational therapy services in Southern Pines, NC. She works with patients to develop and maintain skills for daily living and meaningful activities.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Cassie Jones, MOT OTR/L

Cassie Jones is an occupational therapist serving patients in Southern Pines, NC. As a registered and licensed occupational therapist, she works with clients to develop skills and strategies for daily living and meaningful activities.

SOUTHERN PINES, NCOccupational Therapy

Cassandra Nicole Spencer, MS OTR/L

Cassandra Nicole Spencer is an occupational therapist in Southern Pines, NC. With her MS and occupational therapy license, she works with patients to support their daily functioning and independence.

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Camryn Johnson

Camryn Johnson is an occupational therapist in Southern Pines, NC. Johnson works with patients to improve daily functioning and independence through therapeutic techniques and personalized treatment planning.

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Common questions

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.

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