About the Practice
Monarch Rheumatology is a single-specialty Medical Practice located in Irving, Texas. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of systemic autoimmune disorders, various types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. Our board-certified rheumatologist is committed to providing patient-focused care along with evidence-based medical treatment in order to achieve the health goals of our patients.
WE TREAT
- Arthritis
- Arthritis related to Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis
- Bursitis
- Chronic back pain
- Connective tissue diseases
- Fibromyalgia
- Giant Cell Arteritis/Temporal Arteritis
- Gout
- Lupus
- Myositis/Inflammatory Muscle Disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Pseudogout
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Scleroderma
- Sjogren's disease
- Spondyloarthritis
- Tendonitis
- Vasculitis
Meet Our Rheumatologist
Dr Waffiyah Ali Afridi is a board-certified physician in both Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. She is an active member of the American College of Rheumatology. She earned her medical degree from the Aga Khan University Medical College and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington, Connecticut.
Awards & Certifications
ABM
D Best 2025
D Best 2024
D Best 2023
Insurances accepted
We accept the following major insurance plans, but for the most up-to-date information, please call the office to have your individual plan verified.
- AMBETTER
- BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD
- CIGNA
- HUMANA
- UMR
- US HEALTH
- UHC
- WELLMED
- MEDICARE