Rheumatology and Arthritis Center| Joint Pain Relief - MMI Docs
Rheumatology • Frederick, MD • Multiple locations in Frederick, Hagerstown, Urbana locations
About
Summary: - The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics - MMI Division (MMI Docs) is a Frederick, Maryland-based health care provider specializing in orthopedic and rehabilitation services, including joint and muscle treatment, arthritis care, and related therapies. - Serves Frederick, Hagerstown, and Urbana with on-site x-ray, infusion therapy, physical medicine, sports medicine, and quick access to joint and bone care. - Key details: public-like company with 12 employees; President Damian Roussel; extensive U.S. contact options; focus areas include arthritis/rheumatology, foot and ankle, total joint replacement, and rehabilitation. If you’re specifically seeking rheumatology and arthritis care for joint pain relief at MMI Docs in Frederick, this division provides orthopedic- and rehab-oriented management, diagnostics, and treatment options for joint pain and arthritis within the Frederick area. For precise rheumatology services, consider contacting the practice directly to confirm rheumatology specialty availability and appointment options.
Clinic Type
Rheumatology
Address
Frederick, Hagerstown, Urbana, Maryland
Phone
301-694-8311
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp: 1.7/5 stars (105 reviews)
- UniLocal: Mixed/Generally negative sentiment (8 reviews)
Patients praise
- Patients appreciating thorough explanations in plain language
- Positive interactions with specific staff members and technicians
- Compassionate and knowledgeable care cited by some patients
- Convenience of same-day or extended hours for certain services
Common complaints
- Patient reports of misdiagnosis and lack of thorough evaluation
- Concerns regarding bedside manner, empathy, and professional communication
- Reports of significant wait times and organizational issues within the practice
- Complaints about dismissive attitudes from certain providers
"She does not have time for them, does not answer questions, does not admit when wrong, her bedside manner is pathetic and she has no problem inconveniencing the patient."
— RateMDs review for Dr. Neeti Bhargava"I will never come back to this place, and I highly suggest you look for a different facility. In summary, Dr. Valle treated my injury with no care, seemed like he didn’t know what he was talking about..."
— UniLocal review for MMI Frederick"Dr. Berman is very compassionate and knowledgeable. He is willing to think "outside of the box" to help me get the treatment that I need."
— Patient testimonial on MMI Docs websiteSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Theresa M. Gillis, PA - Physician Assistant in Frederick, MD — May 14, 2026
- Rheumatologist joins Meritus - Franklin County Free Press — Oct 21, 2025
- ARA Expands With New 32-Room Medical Office In White Oak - The MoCo Show — Apr 17, 2026
- Dr. Deborah Kim, DO - Rheumatologist in Greenbelt, MD — May 14, 2026
- UM Faculty Physicians explain the symptoms and treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis — Nov 4, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More rheumatology clinics in Frederick
Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates, P.C. (ARA) is a large private rheumatology medical practice serving the Washington, D.C. metro area for over 40 years. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Derwood, MD, it specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the joints, muscles, tendons, and connective tissue. The practice operates multiple offices, including Frederick, Rockville, Chevy Chase, Washington DC, and Fairfax, VA, with a total of 9 locations across the region. ARA is one of the nation’s largest rheumatology groups, employs about 79 staff, and has annual revenue around $6.3 million. Contact: 301-942-7600.
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