Marielys Figueroa-Sierra, MD
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LPG Rheumatology - The Sanctuary
Clinical Interests:
Rheumatoid arthritis
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Sjogren's syndrome
Scleroderma
Inflammatory myopathies
Vasculitis
Spondyloarthropathies
Osteoporosis
Crystalline arthropathies
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Languages Spoken:
English
Spanish
Patients Treated:
Young Adults
Adults
Rheumatology allows Dr. Sierra to develop relationships with patients by working closely with them to help them understand and manage their chronic conditions. This allows her patients to take charge and improve their quality of life, which is very rewarding.
Dr. Sierra is married to an internal medicine hospitalist and has a daughter. She enjoys spending time with her family, outdoor activities, and crotcheting.
Medical School:
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Internship(s):
Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC
Residenc(ies):
Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC
Fellowship(s):
Rheumatology at University of South Florida
Board Certification(s):
Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, RhMSUS, CCD
Graduate School:
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL