Rheumatologists who are Physicians - Leawood, KS

"Dr. John is the best doctor I have ever had. I've been seeing him for years and he is the first and only doctor I feel really listens to me. He does not rush you through appointments and really cares about his patients. Dr. John is also very humble. If he doesn't know enough about something you ask, he will say that and get you referred to the correct person/clinic. He doesn't want to risk giving you misinformation, and saying that shows he actually cares about you more than his ego. He wants to make sure you have the best information as possible regarding your health. "

"Dr. Koenig takes his time and asks lots of questions. You don't feel like you are being rushed out the door without consideration like a lot of doctors do. I feel like he is genuinely trying to get to the root of my problem and cares about my well being. I do have to wait for a little while but I don't mind because I'm sure he is assisting other patients as thoroughly."

"90% improvement of pain in a week! I am an RN and I have seen 4 previous rheumatologists prior to Dr. Latinis over 25 years. Like so many I had been dismissed, called hypochondriac, and belittled by most. One day I had a teladoc app(I highly recommend teladoc as well) and mentioned wanting a second opinion, and ended up referred to him, but several months out. I almost didn’t go, but my deductible was met and took a chance. Turned out to be in the Top 5 Best decisions of my life! I had finally gotten a diagnosis of 1 autoimmune disease already March 24. I have had decades of positive labs for 2 autoimmune diseases, 3 rheumatologists and 2 neurologists not willing anything about it. Dr. Latinis took one look at me and he knew more was happening! He listened, ran more labs and “humored” me on one lab that was highly unlikely, but was willing to rule it out to ease my mind. When It was positive, instead of dismissing it based on ego, he had consulted with a neurologist within 24 hours and got me an appt within the month. After 1.5 years of pain, weakness and misery, I felt 90% better within a week of my first visit, after having been treated by another rheumatologist for 10 months without relief, because they were not listening or able to see the complexity of multiple overlap syndromes. After the labs, we found 4 autoimmune diseases and finally my symptoms make sense! As he has been involved with multiple medications studies (PHd in immunology, I think he said) at the highest level, he knows the medications for these diseases intimately and takes the time to explain and involve me in treatment courses. I am beyond grateful and blessed to have found him! "

"Dr. Jones is an old-school doctor--and this comes with its good and bad. He's got a very good bedside manner, but can overlook some details or mix things up. His reports sometimes made it apparent that he wasn't listening very carefully. Overall, he's pretty good. His staff can be unprofessional. I noted in another review that one of his nurses thinks she's also a doctor, and we noted that as well. Front desk is a bit lazy--friendly enough, but wanted us to come back for records instead of grabbing them now. A little bit of pushback, and we got the records in just five minutes, saving us a trip all the way back to the office. This office and doctor are pretty folksy--nothing cutting edge here."

"Doctors like Dr. Vodopest are hard to find. She is incredible at truly listening to me and taking everything into consideration for treatment. She did not give up on me when initial tests did not provide a specific diagnosis. Once diagnosed, treatment options were presented and discussed with me having a say in my treatment! I am extremely grateful to have Dr. Vodopest as my Rheumatologist! In my opinion, she is one of the best! "

"When Sarah came into the room I felt at ease. She listened and understood my concerns very quickly. She performed a thorough examination and helped me understand what I needed to know. I had no worries because I understood she knew exactly what she was doing. I'm very impressed. "