Meet Our Rheumatology Staff

Dr. Melissa Cunningham is a board certified Rheumatologist and Associate Professor at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System.
Medical School: The Pennsylvania State University - 
Residency: Medical University of South Carolina
Fellowship:  Medical University of South Carolina
Board Certification: Yes - Rheumatology

My main clinical service is as a lupus specialist. 

In my free time I like to spend time with friends and family.

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Dr. James Oates is a board certified Consultant Physician at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System.
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency: Duke and Medical University of SC
Fellowship:  Duke and Medical University of SC
Board Certification: Yes - Rheumatology

I am a proud member of the Rheumatology Section, where we care for patients with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. I bring a focus on systemic lupus erythematosus research and clinical care 

I research how one can restore normal function to endothelial cells in the vasculature and kidneys to improve cardiovascular and kidney outcomes in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. 

In my free time I like to walk, sail and bike.

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Dr. Sean Carter is a board certified Rheumatologist at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System. 
Medical School: Central Michigan University College Of Medicine
Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Fellowship:  Medical University of South Carolina
Board Certification: Yes

I treat patients with autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic disorders such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus, Systemic Sclerosis, and Dermatomyositis 

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