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Dr. Niharika Sharma, MD

Rheumatology*
3.9 (21)
Map Pin Small Akron, OH
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Niharika Sharma, MD

Dr. Niharika Sharma, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Akron, OH. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 15 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Kasturba Medical College of Mangalore (KMC) and is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic and Akron General Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Sharma an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Sharma works at Practice in Akron, OH. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain, Arthritis and Osteoporosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Sharma's Office Locations

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    Montrose Sleep Center
    4125 Medina Rd, Akron, OH 44333 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 344-7820

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  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Akron General Medical Center

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Joint Pain
Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Gout
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Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis
Osteopenia
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sarcoidosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spondylitis
Systemic Vasculitis
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Steroid Injection
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Behçet's Disease
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bunion
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Sinusitis
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Confusion
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cryoglobulinemia
De Quervain's Disease
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatomyositis
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Elbow Sprain
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Esophagitis
Familial Mediterranean Fever
Fever
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Foot Conditions
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Hair Loss
Hand Conditions
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Hernia
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Hidradenitis
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Disorders
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lymph Node Sarcoidosis
Mastodynia
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteomalacia
Otitis Media
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pericardial Disease
Plantar Fasciitis
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Proteinuria
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Runner's Knee
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scleroderma
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Still's Disease
Syphilis Infections
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigger Finger
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Yeast Infections
Arthrocentesis
Bone Density Scan
Diabetes Counseling
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    3.9
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    Based on 21 ratings
    Patient Ratings (21)
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    How was your appointment with Dr. Sharma?

    Apr 29, 2023
    Very good experience.Takes time with me. Explains everything. Tries different mediÞþcine combinations Takes her time Asks questions. States desired effect of medicine and makes adjustments. Very pleased with this Dr.
    Very pleased! — Apr 29, 2023
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    About Dr. Niharika Sharma, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 15 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1235445255
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Kasturba Medical College of Mangalore (KMC)
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Niharika Sharma, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Sharma is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Sharma has seen patients for Joint Pain, Arthritis and Osteoporosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sharma on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    21 patients have reviewed Dr. Sharma. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sharma.

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