Dr. Roshan Kotha, MD


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Rheumatology

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Purushotham & Akther Kotha MD
8860 Center Dr.
Suite 400
La Mesa, California 91942
For an appointment, call (619) 229-1995
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Roshan Kotha, MD

Dr. Kotha specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of adults different forms of arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis), lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis and other rheumatological conditions.

About Dr. Roshan Kotha, MD

Roshan Kotha, MD is a board-certified rheumatologist providing care to patients in the San Diego area.

Dr. Roshan Kotha is involved in medical researching, conducting clinical trials regarding osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid rrthritis, lupus, and gout.
 

Patient Education Resources

What are the treatments for psoriatic arthritis?
Treatment for psoriatic arthritis typically involves a combination of medications, lifestyle changes, and physical therapy. The goal of treatment is to reduce inflammation and prevent joint damage, wh...
What is the treatment for lupus?
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and damage in various parts of the body, such as the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs, heart, and brain. The treatment for lupus is aimed ...
What is the treatment for rheumatoid arthritis?
Treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) typically involves a combination of medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes. The goal of treatment is to reduce inflammation and prevent joint dama...
When should I consider taking a medication for osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become brittle and fragile, increasing the risk of fractures. Medications for osteoporosis are typically recommended when a person is at high risk ...
When should I consider using a biologic to treat my rheumatoid arthritis?
Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific molecules in the immune system that are involved in the inflammation and joint damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis (RA). They are typic...

Education & Training

Dr. Roshan Kotha graduated Magna cum Ladae from UC San Diego (UCSD), majoring in Physiology and Neuroscience. She then received her medical degree from the UCSD School of Medicine where she started a free Rheumatology Clinic for the underserved. She completed her Internal Medicine training at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego. Dr. Kotha then completed a two-year Fellowship training in Rheumatology from USC.

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