Rheumatology

Amar Sawar, M.D.

Carbondale, IL

Dr. Amar Sawar, M.D., is a board-certified rheumatologist and neurologist practicing in Carbondale, Illinois, with over 40 years of experience since graduating from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine in 1985. His subspecialty focus spans rheumatology, treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and related autoimmune disorders, osteoporosis, and screening-related issues, alongside neurology with expertise in headaches including migraines, chronic neck pain, low back pain, and re

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Rheumatology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Clinical Neurophysiology

Education & Training

University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine — Other Degree

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Epilepsy
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Clinical Neurophysiology
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Neuromuscular Medicine
2026

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Clinical Rheumatology

Conditions & Treatments

Ankylosing SpondylitisGoutLupusPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSclerodermaSjogren Syndrome

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsAllegiance Health Plans

Ambetter

Anthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldAsuris Northwest Health

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Sawar's Neurological Institute
Deaconess Illinois Medical Center
Marshall Browning Hospital
Pinckneyville Community Hospital
Heartland Regional Medical Center

Languages

English, Arabic, French

Conditions Dr. Sawar treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Sawar accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Amar Sawar's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, Allegiance Health Plans, and Ambetter plus 35 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Sawar practice?

Amar Sawar practices in Carbondale, IL with hospital affiliations including Sawar's Neurological Institute, Deaconess Illinois Medical Center, and Marshall Browning Hospital.

What does Dr. Sawar specialize in?

Amar Sawar is a board-certified rheumatology specialist with focus areas in Clinical Rheumatology.

How long has Dr. Sawar been practicing?

Amar Sawar has 41+ years of clinical experience in rheumatology.

What is Dr. Sawar's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine — Other Degree.