Rheumatology

Robert Kimberly, MD

Director, Comprehensive Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Autoimmunity Center

Dr. Robert P. Kimberly, MD, is a distinguished rheumatologist specializing in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, and other autoimmune diseases. He serves adult patients (18 and older), including those with complex, treatment-resistant autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions, through the Division of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). As the Howard L. Holley Professor of Medicine and Director of the Comprehens

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Rheumatology (ABIM)

Education & Training

Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1973)
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System (Internal Medicine, 1975)
Fellowship: NIAMS, NIH (Rheumatology, 1977)
Fellowship: New York Presbyterian Hospital (Rheumatology, 1979)

Years in Practice

50+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026

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

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Kimberly treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Kimberly accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Robert Kimberly's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 47 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Kimberly practice?

Robert Kimberly practices in Birmingham, AL with hospital affiliations including University of Alabama at Birmingham.

What does Dr. Kimberly specialize in?

Robert Kimberly is a board-certified rheumatology specialist with focus areas in Clinical Rheumatology.

How long has Dr. Kimberly been practicing?

Robert Kimberly has 53+ years of clinical experience in rheumatology.

What is Dr. Kimberly's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1973); Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System (Internal Medicine, 1975); Fellowship: NIAMS, NIH (Rheumatology, 1977).