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Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD

Rheumatology* Age 42
Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD
2.9 (17 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD

Rheumatology* Age 42
Valparaiso, IN
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD is a Rheumatologist in Valparaiso, IN.

About

Dr. Jenkins graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD is a Rheumatologist in Valparaiso, IN and has 14 years experience. Dr. Jenkins currently practices at Northwell Health Physician Partners University Physicians Group Rheumatology at Victory Boulevard and are affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center, Northwest Health-Porter and St. Catherine Hospital. Dr. Jenkins has experience treating conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis and Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Jenkins received an average rating of 2.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Jenkins' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Jenkins is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteopenia
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Psoriasis Vulgaris
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Sjögren's Syndrome
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Cicatricial Pemphigoid
Dacryoadenitis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
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Takayasu's Arteritis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3800 Saint Mary Rd Ste 204, Valparaiso, IN 46383
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 947-6713
  2. 2 St. Mary Medical Center CRNA
    1400 S Lake Park Ave Ste 407, Hobart, IN 46342
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 836-1310
  3. 3 St Mary Wound Clinic
    1500 S Lake Park Ave, Hobart, IN 46342
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 945-4488

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jenkins
2.9
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Jan 20, 2022
I trust this man implicitly. I have an autoimmune disease and have since 2019 and am blind in one eye. Dr. Jenkins is thorough, conscientious and very competent.
Marilyn Parker — Jan 20, 2022
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    2010
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Board Certifications

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  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Jenkins' profile.

Dr. Jenkins frequently treats the following conditions: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis and Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center, Northwest Health-Porter and St. Catherine Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Kirk Jenkins, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Mary Medical Center

    1500 S Lake Park Ave, Hobart, IN

  • Northwest Health-Porter

    85 E US Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN

  • St. Catherine Hospital

    4321 Fir St, East Chicago, IN