Rheumatology

Gary Gilkeson, MD

Professor, Medicine

Dr. Gary S. Gilkeson is a rheumatologist specializing in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), particularly lupus nephritis, and retroperitoneal fibrosis. He treats adult patients, including those with refractory lupus cases, at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC, where he maintains a clinical practice focused on ethnic disparities in lupus outcomes, especially comparing African Americans to Caucasians. Through the SLEIGH study (SLE in Gullah Health), co-established

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Rheumatology (ABIM)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD, 1979)
Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals (Internal Medicine, 1979-1982)
Fellowship: Duke University Hospital (Rheumatology, 1986-1989)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
10 Years

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Clinical Rheumatology

Conditions & Treatments

Ankylosing SpondylitisGoutLupusPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSclerodermaSjogren Syndrome

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health Plans

Ambetter

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

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

MUSC Health
Medical University of South Carolina
Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Gilkeson treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Gilkeson accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Gary Gilkeson's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 33 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Gilkeson practice?

Gary Gilkeson practices in Charlotte, NC with hospital affiliations including MUSC Health, Medical University of South Carolina, and Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

What does Dr. Gilkeson specialize in?

Gary Gilkeson is a board-certified rheumatology specialist with focus areas in Clinical Rheumatology.

How long has Dr. Gilkeson been practicing?

Gary Gilkeson has 47+ years of clinical experience in rheumatology.

What is Dr. Gilkeson's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD, 1979); Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals (Internal Medicine, 1979-1982); Fellowship: Duke University Hospital (Rheumatology, 1986-1989).