
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- Massachusetts General Rheumatology Clinic
- 52 Second Avenue, Blue Building, Suite 2600, Waltham, MA 02451
- Get Directions
- phone: 781-487-6006
- fax: 781-487-4009
- Massachusetts General Rheumatology Clinic
- 55 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 4th Floor, Suite 4B, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-7938
- fax: 617-643-1274
- Massachusetts General Lyme Arthritis Program
- 55 Fruit Street, Building 5, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-3906
- fax: 617-726-7653
- Massachusetts General Dermatology-Rheumatology Connective Tissue Disease Program
- 50 Staniford Street, Suite 807, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-2914
- fax: 617-643-2655
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Rheumatology, 2012
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Research Fellow- Rheumatology, 2012
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2009
- Medical Education: University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School***, 2006
Board Certifications
- Rheumatology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
152 ratings, 64 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Arvikar always listens to me and lets me decide how I want to proceed with treatment
- Reviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr. Arvikar is one of the top three best doctors that I've ever had.
- Reviewed on 1/31/2026
Dr. SHEILA L ARVIKAR is a very caring and knowledgeable physician. I am always at ease speaking with her. Every time I do have a visit I always say how lucky I am to have. SHEILA L ARVIKAR. Not only in my own mind, as well, I do tell her. She's so modest and a consummate professional. She just wants to do her work correctly and for the good of her patience. She is clearly exceptional. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/31/2026
Dr Arvikar is thorough, careful, and very pleasant.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
I am extremely fortunate to see Dr. Arvikar as she is brilliant and has helped me manage my severe rheumatoid arthritis for many years. I'm very grateful to have her as my dr.
- Reviewed on 1/15/2026
Excellent care. The nurse I saw was just taking my blood pressure and weighing me.
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
I have confidence in my doctor, and feel she always has my best interest in mind. That's why I keep returning to see her. She is the one doctor that diagnosed my lupus. Where four other doctors didn't have any clue.
- Reviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr. Arvikar's office is extremely well managed and the care is world class.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Very good
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr. Arvikar is an excellent physician. I always have a useful and important appointment with her.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr. Arvikar is always attentive to my needs. She listens to what I say. Unless she's had an emergency, which I think has only happened once, she's always on time seeing me.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr. Arvikar is a wonderful and knowledgeable Doctor!
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
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- Reviewed on 11/15/2025
I give it an A.
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
The doctor is knowledgeable, gentle, easy to understand.
- Reviewed on 10/25/2025
Very caring listens to you and answers all questions honestly. Informs you of potential plans based on DX
- Reviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr. Arvikar is always prepared for our exams. She reviews my latest "conditions" and is ready to discuss any problems or give suggestions. She diagnosed a knee problem I was having which led me to surgery.
- Reviewed on 10/11/2025
The provider was exceptionally patient, professional, and kind. I felt listened to and received the feedback I need to improve my health.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
This was my first appt with Dr Arvikar as a new patient. She took the time to go over my records prior to my appt and she was very thorough. She listened and made me feel comfortable. Thank You!
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
I always feel unrushed with Dr. Arvikar. She is willing to answer my questions and I am satisfied with treatment.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
Dr Arvikar has been my Dr for quite sometimes. She's a good Dr who has helped me in every way that I have needed from my treatment to insurance paper work very happy to have her as my Dr
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Hello. The doctor was a specialist in rheumatology. Something other than Venice, which is what I was there for. So that was an error in the booking thing. She said she would refer me to someone, a different doctor after our visit who specialized in that. but also in between scheduling, et cetera. I think Venice has been eliminated as the reason for my problems or issues, but that's it.
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
She was as always thorough, patient and insightful.
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
Been seeing Dr Arvikar for over ten years. She's is always great.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Very kind and thorough
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
She responded quickly to my situation. She discussed with me reasons why my medication was being changed and she had it set up that it was changed.
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr. Arvikar is always kind, attentive and helpful as we deal with complex medical challenges. She explains things well and really cares. We are grateful to have her.
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr Arvikar is very relatable.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Just a really good experience and she is very nice and easy to talk to.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
She's the best she helps either everything cares listens and takes action
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Arvikar is an amazing doctor! So glad she's part of my journey to a better health.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
I had an appointment with a new doctor on [redacted] and I was very impressed with the experience. The doctor was professional, respectful, and attentive throughout the visit. I felt that my concerns were listened to and addressed carefully. Overall, it was a very positive experience.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
I really appreciate Dr. Arvikar! She had clearly reviewed my chart before my visit. She took the time to review and discuss everything with me, and answered all of my questions.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr Arvikar is a very pleasant, caring md who listens and answers all questions and concerns ; she places appropriate referrals that are helpful and actively informs me about results of any testing - I highly recommend dr Arvikar as a jewel at MGB
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
First class MD
- Reviewed on 7/25/2025
Easy to talk to
- Reviewed on 7/20/2025
Dr. Arvikar is thorough, compassionate and highly competent. I'm grateful to have her as my rheumatologist!
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
Added good ideas to resolving issues.
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Always a good visit.
- Reviewed on 7/13/2025
She is one of the best doctors I have ever had.
- Reviewed on 7/12/2025
Dr. ARVIKAR, is a blessing. She is a consummate professional that listens to everything that you need to discuss. Doctor. ARVIKAR is exceptionally knowledgeable, kind, and very understanding. She thinks about everything and tries in every manner to make me feel comfortable. She is the best of the best.
- Reviewed on 6/29/2025
Always a pleasure
- Reviewed on 6/26/2025
Dr. Arvikar is a compassionate, kind and knowledgeable physician! She thoroughly addresses every issue!
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
Always a good experience in Waltham... Dr. Sheila Arvikar knows me and my illness very well and is always working for my good!
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
Dr Arvikar is polite, caring and professional. She is empathetic, thorough and goes above and beyond to review chart, history ans determine which tests and specialists are needed. Truly appreciate Dr Arvikar.
- Reviewed on 6/18/2025
She's a good doctor, an excellent doctor, very kind, very helpful, and very kind to her patients. She's very conscientious and very easygoing with her patients. She's very well-liked. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 6/16/2025
I was very comfortable with this first meeting.
- Reviewed on 6/24/2025
Awesome, well informed and caring.
- Reviewed on 6/7/2025
Expert Attentive Caring Creates custom Care plan easy to understand
- Reviewed on 6/7/2025
I've been with Dr. Arvikar for about ten years. She is fully attentive of my entire medical history and always provides timely and accurate advice. She communicates fully with my other doctors to ensure they are fully aware of my unique medical needs.
- Reviewed on 6/7/2025
She is very understanding of the things we spoke about she goes above and beyond.
- Reviewed on 5/22/2025
Very professional and friendly.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
I have confidence in her knowledge and recommendations.
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
Dr. Arvikar is friendly , courteous and professional. She is an excellent listener and follows up with thoughtful responses.
- Reviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr Arvikar is great!. She always asks thoughtful questions and listens carefully to what I say. Never rushes the visit.
- Reviewed on 5/9/2025
I have Dr Arvikar to always be professional and helpfull.
- Reviewed on 5/12/2025
Very professional, friendly, listens well, and responds in a very timely and complete manner.
- Reviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr Arvikar knows how to think about my case from many possible angles.
- Reviewed on 4/23/2025
Excellent communicative skills and knowledge.
- Reviewed on 4/21/2025
Dr Arvikar continues to provide excellent care and guidance in a caring and helpful way that is easy to understand.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
My care provider is most professional and always listens intently to my health questions and responds appropriately.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
I thought she was very thorough and professional.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Doctor Arvikar is outstanding. She listens to my concerns and gives me great advice and suggestions on how we should proceed with my care.
- Reviewed on 4/10/2025
Dr. Arvikar is excellent.