Welcome to Highlands Advanced Rheumatology and Arthritis Center, PL…read more We are commited to providing quality rheumatology care for residents in and around Central Florida. Highlands Advanced Rheumatology is a private single specialty medical practice with 2 convenient locations in Highlands and Polk (coming soon) counties. Our expertise lies in the diagnosis and management of immune system disorders which result in unnecessary and harmful inflammation in various organs of the human body.

I had just moved to Sebring from out of state, so I was worried about finding a good Doctor. I did…read moresome research and found Dr. Amina Chatha. She takes time to listen to know her patients and recommend the needed course of action. I needed medication that was way out of my budget. Yolanda in Dr Chathas office was able to secure my meds by checking various institutions for help. She was successful. I highly recommend Dr Chatha !!!!!

My wife arrived for her appointment today to discuss lab results from a previous visit that…read morerequired my wife to have laboratory tests. We have Cigna insurance. On arrival was told by the receptionist to pay $40 co-pay. My wife has already met her deductible for the year with the insurance. However we were told to pay the $40 or reschedule when my wife can pay the $40. We live in another town and had to drive a long distance for the medical appointment. On the previous visit my wife had paid the $40 co-pay. I think it's terrible when you know the patient has good insurance since Cigna has already paid over a $ million for my wife's 16 surgeries over the past year and a half. I'm a former teacher with excellent insurance for my wife. The fact that the doctor would not see the patient to discuss lab results in my opinion is despicable and not patient focused. Very disappointed that this doctor is more interested in the dollar than the patient.

I have been seeing this doctor for the past 3 years now, and absolutely love this guy!!!…read moreProfessional, compassionate and has excellent bedside manners!!! Diagnosis always accurate, he also treats you accordingly to your specific needs. Office is always clean and the staff there is super friendly!!!

Dr. Yoel Drucker is truly one in a million. From the very first appointment, I was struck by his…read morepatience, intelligence, and the genuine care he shows toward his patients. He listens closely, explains everything in a clear and thoughtful way, and has a remarkable ability to make you feel both heard and reassured--even during the most complex diagnostic processes. As I work through a diagnosis involving autoimmune/connective tissue disease, Dr. Drucker's expertise and calm guidance have been invaluable. He's not only incredibly smart and thorough, but he also builds a warm, trusting rapport that makes a real difference when you're navigating uncertainty. Though he is retiring soon, I deeply trust the referral he has made for my continued care. It's hard to put into words how much I'll miss him--he's a rare and special doctor whose presence in medicine will be greatly missed. Thank you, Dr. Drucker, for everything.

Doctors are great... I normally have a no-nonsense experience here. I miss Dr. Yonkers.read more

I have been seeing Dr. Cindy Johnston for the past six years, and I can't recommend her highly…read moreenough. She is incredibly knowledgeable and is also very good at explaining complex medical issues in a way that I can understand. My autoimmune disease had been misdiagnosed for more than 12 years before I came to Dr. Johnston. She knew exactly which labs, imaging, and other testing to order, and she was able to correctly diagnose a condition that my previous doctors had been telling me was something completely different. Since then, she has worked with me to find the biologic that works best for me, which has made a real difference in my mobility and overall quality of life. Just as importantly, I've always felt that Dr. Johnston listens to me and takes my concerns seriously. When something changes or a new problem comes up, I know I can ask questions and get thoughtful guidance rather than feeling rushed or dismissed. Her staff are wonderful as well. Everyone in the office is kind and helpful, and they even remember my name when I come in, which makes the office feel especially welcoming. Dr. Johnston's medical assistant is always helpful and responsive, and the staff are exceptionally good at navigating the complicated process of getting biologic medications approved by insurance. They also know how to help patients find assistance programs when medications aren't covered or are otherwise unaffordable. Managing a chronic autoimmune disease can be complicated, and having a physician and office staff who are both knowledgeable and genuinely helpful makes an enormous difference. I'm very grateful to have found Dr. Johnston and her team.

Dr.Johnston at Bradenton Arthritis Center is by far, one of the most knowledgeable Rhematologists…read morein the area. She has helped my condition and is very caring. The office personnel are caring and knowledgeable and the office is run very well. I couldn't be happier with my care there. They have a well run infusion and diagnostics lab also. I am very happy with this office and my care here.

The receptionist is so kind & nice, answered all of my questions. Actually all of the staff is & I…read moreLIVE DR. MARTORELL IS AWESOME!!! My biggest complaint is people sitting in a small packed waiting room area, listening to their phones, talking on their phones. Put some signs up! PLEASE TURN YOUR PHONE ON SILENT-TAKE CALLS OUT IN THE HALLWAY-NO WATCHING/LISTENING TO VIDEOS IN THE WAITING AREA. When you have 3+ people all doing that, it's super bothersome!

My question is why this place has a high-ranking review. Here is my experience with this place: On…read moreSeptember 16, 2024, I was diagnosed with lupus and Sjögren's syndrome. This is what the nurse practitioner told me. By the way, I never met the doctor; I only see her for a second follow-up, three months apart, and then six months apart. The only thing she does for me is touch me and send me to do blood work--no treatment, nothing. Every time I go to a different doctor or even urgent care, they always ask me why I am not getting treated. My answer is always the same: I don't know; ask them. I'm not a doctor; they are the ones who diagnosed me. They are all baffled as to why I am not getting treated. They keep billing my insurance and taking my copay, using me as a piggy bank. I am super upset with the service I receive now that I have fired all my medical staff who were supposed to make me feel better. Now I have to start from scratch. Don't waste your time with this place; they will take your money and do nothing to get you better. (06/24/2025) Update: I am having huge trouble finding a rheumatologist in the Orlando area. I was willing to give this place another shot, but I demanded to see a doctor, not a nurse practitioner. The incompetent phone lady told me the doctor doesn't take my insurance; only the nurse practitioner is the one who takes my insurance. However, when I checked my insurance app, the doctor's name is in-network. Something very fraudulent is going on. How is it possible that this facility accepts my insurance, but the only one who can take my insurance is the nurse practitioner? Make it make sense; it sounds fraudulent and unethical. This rheumatologist should be ashamed of themselves for taking patients' money and charging our insurance.

Worst experience I have ever had at a doctor's office…read more Both the receptionist and the site manager were, in my experience, extremely rude, dismissive, and lacking in compassion. At no point did either person appear concerned about the urgent medical issue that had brought me there. I regret that I did not obtain their names. After approximately four years as a patient of this practice, this experience caused me to lose confidence in the office completely, and I made the decision that I would not return.

Love my doctor and ARNP Jinjoo!! The best around I always am able to get my questions answered in…read morea timely manner!

Dr. Ali at Brookshire Rheumatology Wellness Center is a wonderful doctor. He takes time and care in…read morelistening to his patients. Doctors tend to ask how you are doing but they don't LISTEN; not the case with Dr. Ali. He provides great care, and Karen who is the Nurse practitioner is also wonderful. I have not had to wait when I get there for my infusions and everyone is always welcoming.

Update on Dr. Ali office. Again my rx was change again it was not called in properly. Again I have…read morebeen unable to get through. At this point I'm going to the BBB also I believe I've been blacklisted because they won't even pick when I call on my phone but when I use my friends they do pick up. I must have called 10 times in the last two weeks and no call back nothing. Do not go here. In ten years no blood work nothing. It is family run and they don't care how they treat you. I would not even give it a one star. Going to contact the state of Florida next. Worst practice ever

We had a little hiccup at first but it was resolved. If you coming with government insurance? Get…read moreready to jump on the insurance butt n your current doctor. I had to jump on both of mine because this place sent them paperwork to fill months ago n they were still slacking. After the mixed up it went smoothly. Staff is welcoming. I left out im trans by accident. So they didn't expect a madam rolling in lol no drama just a couple giggles n paperwork. The specialist was very informed n educated. She game so much info to process. I chose to do the blood work in their office to speed thong up. The blood technician was gorgeous and very kind. I was to distracted to care about the needles n blood gushing out. Didn't even feel the peck n pull. Phenomenal staff all over. Today was my last visit. The specialist gave me a long and very educated consultation and review of the lab tests results. I am so glad i don't have SLE! Yay!! I can go back to wearing bikinis n fishing! Obviously responsibly. I am so blessed n wish many wonderful blessings to this rheumatologist group! They are freaking amazing!! Huge HUGE heads up; be there on time. They do have big penalties for no call no shows. Be there 30mins early just in case. You will be rescheduled n charged monetary fee's so just show ip early. I was about 30min early cuz that's how i roll with medical appointments. Bring all your medical records with you. It helps things move faster. Thank you for reading and have a blessed day!

Took more than 4 weeks to schedule an injection then when I went the provider had left and the…read morecurrent provider didn't do hands. No notification to patient under after waiting 40 minutes to be seen. Not acceptable!

My daughter has been with them since she was born and she's already 7 yo. We love Dr. Camilo like…read morefamily, her front staff are always friendly and super nice. Not much long wait if you have an appointment even if the waiting room is crowded. Needs small tables and chairs for kids to play and sit and another TV on the other side of the room and sick kids should be separated.

I am the grandmother of my daughter baby who goes here but after what happened my daughter is…read morelooking for another pediatrician. Those nurses don't know what they are doing. They almost damaged and life threatening tryimg to give my grand baby only a few months old the wrong shots. wrong vaccines and they acted like they didn't care. no remorse. My daughter spoke up and repeatedly telling them that's the wrong shots and they ignored her. But thank God my daughter told them and made sure he wasn't gonna get those shots. This nursing staff needs to be cleared out for a new staff or this doctor will be losing more than patients coming to see her!