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Julie Carkin

Rheumatology

Julie Carkin, MD

Director, Osteoporosis Care

Seattle, WA

Julie Carkin, MD, is a rheumatologist specializing in complex inflammatory autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus), vasculitis, psoriatic arthritis, and osteoporosis with a focus on postmenopausal osteoporosis and bone health. She has practiced in the Seattle area since 1993, serving adult patients with refractory or multifaceted rheumatic conditions at clinics such as the Seattle Arthritis Clinic, UWMC-Northwest Outpatient Medical Center, and th

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35+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Rheumatology (ABIM)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine (MD, 1987)
  • Residency: University of Washington (Internal Medicine, 1990)
  • Fellowship: University of Washington (Rheumatology, 1991)
  • Fellowship: Emory University (Rheumatology, 1993)

Peer Recognition

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2012-2026 (15 years)

  • Castle ConnollyExceptional Women In Medicine

    2019-2025 (7 years)

  • Castle ConnollyRegional Top Doctor

    2010-2012, 2016-2025 (13 years)

  • DoximityRegional Top Doctor

    2014

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Choice

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Clinical Rheumatology

Conditions & Treatments

GoutLupusPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSclerodermaSjogren SyndromeAnkylosing Spondylitis

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Healthcare
  • Division of Medical Genetics, University of Washington
  • University of Washington Medical Center
  • Seattle Arthritis Clinic

Languages

English

Experience

35+ years in practice