Prof. Chokkalingam Siva
Professor of Clinical Medicine and Director of Rheumatology Fellowship Program at University of Missouri School of Medicine, USA
United States
Areas of expertise
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Arthritis
- Gout
- Osteoporosis
- Paget's Disease of Bone
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Lupus
- Scleroderma
- Dermatomyositis
- Fibromyalgia
- Vasculitis
- Psoriasis
- Sjogren Syndrome
About the expert
Prof. Chokkalingam Siva, a distinguished physician and professor, has made significant contributions to rheumatology. With extensive education and training, including a degree from Montana State University, he holds key roles at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Prof. Siva's expertise spans clinical practice, leadership in academia, active involvement in professional organizations, and prolific research. His commitment to patient care, education, and advancing the field of rheumatology solidifies his status as a luminary in the medical community.
Prof. Chokkalingam Siva is a distinguished physician and academic whose contributions have made a lasting impact on the field of rheumatology. He began his medical journey at Chengalpattu Medical College, University of Madras, India, where he obtained his MD degree. He later pursued a Master of Science in Microbiology at Montana State University before completing his residency in Internal Medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital/Marshfield Clinic in Marshfield, Wisconsin, and SUNY Health Science Center in Syracuse, New York, USA. Driven by a strong commitment to medical advancement, Prof. Siva went on to complete a fellowship in Rheumatology at the esteemed St. Louis Veterans Affairs Medical Center, affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri.
With more than 30 years of expertise, Prof. Siva currently serves as Professor of Clinical Medicine within the Division of Immunology and Rheumatology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. His academic career includes several prestigious appointments, including Program Director of the Rheumatology Fellowship Program and Co-Director of the Gordon C. Sharp Antinuclear Antibody Laboratory at the University of Missouri Health Care. His expertise also extends beyond clinical practice through his joint faculty appointment in the Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences.
Prof. Siva’s commitment to advancing rheumatology is reflected in his active involvement in leading professional organizations, including the American College of Rheumatology and the American College of Physicians. He has made significant contributions to research, securing numerous grants and serving as Principal Investigator in clinical trials exploring novel treatment approaches for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. His dedication to education is equally evident through his mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, helping guide the next generation of healthcare professionals in the understanding and management of rheumatic diseases.
In addition to his clinical and academic roles, Prof. Siva is a prolific author with an extensive body of publications in peer-reviewed journals. His research spans a broad range of topics, including the clinical management of rheumatic diseases, pharmacogenomics, and patient-centered care. He is also actively involved in editorial work and national organizational activities, contributing to the continued development and advancement of rheumatology.
Prof. Chokkalingam Siva’s unwavering dedication to patient care, education, and research underscores his status as a leading figure in rheumatology. His wide-ranging contributions continue to inspire the medical community and support the advancement of care for patients with rheumatic diseases.
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Professor of Clinical Medicine
2019 - TodayDivision of Immunology and Rheumatology, University of Missouri School of Medicine
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Program Director of Rheumatology Fellowship Program
2010 - TodayUniversity of Missouri School of Medicine
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Co-Director
2008 - TodayGordon C. Sharp Antinuclear Antibody Laboratory, University of Missouri Health Care
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Joint faculty appointment
2008 - TodayDepartment of Pathology & Anatomical Sciences, University of Missouri School of Medicine
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Interim Program Director
2008 - 2010Rheumatology Fellowship Program, University of Missouri School of Medicine
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ISCD certification in Bone Densitometry
2005
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Board Certification in Rheumatology
2002
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Board Certification in Internal Medicine
1999
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American Society for Bone & Mineral Research (2015)
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Association of Clinical Research Professionals (2014)
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International Society for Clinical Densitometry (2005)
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Association of Specialty Professors (2005)
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American College of Rheumatology (1999)
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American College of Physicians (1996)
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