Rheumatology

When your immune system starts sending inflammation to body parts that don’t need it, you may develop a rheumatic condition, such as gout, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, or ulcerative colitis. We get to the bottom of your symptoms for a diagnosis, no matter how difficult it is to diagnose, putting you at the center of your care for a plan that you can feel good about.

North Memorial Health Blaine Clinic

Why choose North Memorial Health?

North Memorial Health rheumatologists are certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and provide diagnosis and treatment for a wide array of adult rheumatologic disorders. We are experienced in evaluating individuals 5 years old and above.

Common conditions we treat

  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Carpal Tunnel
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Crystal Arthritis (Gout and Pseudogout)
  • Gout
  • Juvenile Inflammatory Arthritis
  • Lupus
  • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
  • Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Peripheral Spondyloarthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma)
  • Tarsal Tunnel
  • Tendinitis
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Vasculitis

Services we offer

Our range of service offerings means that each patient gets the most effective care plan for their diagnosis.

Care team

Our highly trained experts empower you with the knowledge and the support you need to get the healthcare you want.

Mayra Oberto-Medina, DO, FACR, CCD, RhMSUS

Rheumatology
I gain knowledge and insight with each patient interaction.
View Full Bioof Oberto-Medina, Mayra
Joan Gekonde

Joan Gekonde, MD

Rheumatology
I strive to listen and empower my patients in making informed decisions concerning their health.
View Full Bioof Gekonde, Joan
Kira Tran

Kira H. Tran, DNP, APRN, CNP

Rheumatology
I aim to establish a connection with patients to enhance their quality of life.
View Full Bioof Tran, Kira