Amicus Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center
Rheumatology • Whittier, CA • Since 2015
About
Amicus Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center, Inc. is a Whittier, CA-based rheumatology medical practice (founded 2015) offering care for arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, and autoimmune diseases. Key details: - Location: 12456 W Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602 (3 offices listed in Whittier) - Ownership/leadership: Private practice; Co-Founder & CEO Tien-I Karleen Su - Contact: 562-758-6600; contact@amicusarthritis.com - Services: Rheumatology care with advanced treatments for arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, and autoimmune conditions
Clinic Type
Rheumatology
Address
Whittier, CA (serving Southeast Los Angeles area)
Phone
562-758-6600
contact@AmicusArthritis.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
Do I need a referral to see a rheumatologist in Whittier?
It depends on your insurance. HMO plans usually require a referral from your primary care doctor. PPO plans often let you book directly. Call our office, and we’ll help you figure it out.
How long is the wait for a
Wait times vary by season. We do our best to fit urgent cases in quickly, especially active inflammatory arthritis or a suspected gout flare. Call us at 562-758-6600, and we’ll let you know what’s open.
Do you treat patients in Spanish?
Yes. We have Spanish-speaking staff and a dedicated Spanish-language section on our website.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- US News: 5 out of 5 (US News) (Multiple reviews)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and thorough approach to patient care
- Friendly and helpful support staff
- Physicians are perceived as knowledgeable and expert in their fields
Common complaints
- Patient feedback is generally limited online, though some reviews highlight difficulties during challenging health situations.
"They helped me during one of the worst and most difficult. From the very beginning, they listened without judgment, took my concerns seriously, and made me..."
— Yelp user review"My care is always great and Dr Gelfand knows exactly what he is doing. The staff are all very friendly and help with my quality care as well."
— MapQuest user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Amicus Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center Marks 10 Years as a Trusted Rheumatology Practice in Whittier | MarketMinute — Apr 14, 2026
- Amicus Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center Marks 10 Years as — Apr 14, 2026
- Amicus Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center Marks 10 Years as a Trusted Rheumatology Practice in Whittier, California. - Worldnews.com — Apr 24, 2026
- Amicus Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center Marks 10 Years as a Trusted Rheumatology Practice in Whittier, California. - Worldnews.com — Apr 24, 2026
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