Osteoarthritis of Hand near Maple Grove, MN

Care Philosophy: Dr. Oberto-Medinas uncle was her pediatrician when she was a little girl and from a very early age she knew that she also wanted to become a doctor. As a caregiver to her parents, she has learned to navigate the medical system and understand what it is like to be in a patients' shoes. Her and her husband enjoy spending their free time outdoors; sailing, snowboarding and skiing. When she goes outside for a run, she is usually accompanied by her two dogs who love the exercise.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Joan Gekonde enjoys fostering relationships with her patients. She strives to empower her patients toward making informed decisions concerning their rheumatologic needs through education and discussion. Dr. Joan Gekonde enjoys fostering relationships with her patients. She strives to empower her patients toward making informed decisions concerning their rheumatologic needs through education and discussion. Her areas of interest include, but are not limited to, lupus, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and vasculitis.