
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Michelle Petri
Professional Titles
- Director, Hopkins Lupus Center
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Medicine
Background
Michelle Petri, M.D. is a Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She attended medical school at Harvard University and fulfilled her internal medicine residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital. In addition, she completed two fellowship programs at the University of California, San Francisco in allergy and immunology and rheumatology. Dr. Petri is the Director of the Hopkins Lupus Cohort, a longitudinal study of morbidity and mortality in systemic lupus erythematosus, and Co-Director of the Hopkins Lupus Pregnancy Center.
Centers and Institutes
Clinical Trial Keywords
Lupus
Research Interests
Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Lupus
Selected Publications
Ho A, Magder LS, Barr SG, Petri M. Decreases in anti-double stranded DNA levels are associated with concurrent flares in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. Arthritis Rheum 44:2342-2349, 2001.
Magder LS, Petri M. Incidence of and Risk Factors for Adverse Cardiovascular Events Among Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Amer J Epidemiol 176:708-19, 2012.
Petri M, Bello KJ, Fang H, Magder LS. Vitamin D in systemic lupus erythematosus: modest association with disease activity and urine protein-to-creatinine ratio. Arthritis Rheum 65:1865-71, 2013.
Petri M, Kiani AN, Christopher-Stine L, Magder L. Coronary calcium in SLE is associated with traditional cardiovascular risk factors, but not with disease activity. J Rheumatol 35:1300-1306, 2008.
Petri M, Kiani AN, Post W, Christopher-Stine L, Magder LS. Lupus Atherosclerosis Prevention Study (LAPS). Ann Rheum Dis 2010 Dec 10. [Epub ahead of print].
Petri M, Kim MY, Kalunian KC, Grossman J, Hahn BH, Sammaritano LR, et al. Combined oral contraceptives in women with systemic lupus erythematosus. N Engl J Med 353:2550-2558, 2005.
Petri M, Naqibuddin M, Carson KA, Sampedro M, Wallace DJ, Weisman MH, et al. Cognitive function in systemic lupus erythematosus inception cohort. J Rheumatol 35:1776-1781, 2008.
Petri M, Orbai A-M, Alarcón GS, Gordon C, Merrill JT, Fortin PR, et al. Derivation and validation of Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics (SLICC) classification criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus. Arthritis Rheum 64:2677-2686, 2012.
Petri M, Roubenoff R, Nadeau MR, Selhub J, Rosenberg IH. Plasma homocysteine is a risk factor for atherothrombotic events in systemic lupus erythematosus. Lancet 348:1120-1124, 1996.
Petri MA, Measse PJ, Merrill JT, Lahita RG, Iannini MJ, Yocum DE, et al. Effects of prasterone on disease activity and symptoms in women with active systemic lupus erythematosus: results of a multicenter randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Arthritis Rheum 50:2858-2868, 2004.
Petri, M, Genovese, M, Engle, E, Hochberg, M. Definition, Incidence and Clinical Description of Flare in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Prospective Cohort Study. Arthritis Rheum 34:937-944, 1991.
Zonana-Nacach A, Barr SG, Magder LS, Petri M. Damage in systemic lupus erythematosus and its association with corticosteroids. Arthritis Rheum 43:1801-1808, 2000.
Honors
- Listed in Who's Who in America, 1/1/09
- Listed in Best Doctors in America, 1/1/05
- Listed in Guide to Americas Top Physicians, Consumers Research Council of America, 1/1/04
- Listed in Americas Top Doctors, Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., 1/1/03
- Edmund L. Dubois Award, American College of Rheumatology, Southeast Region, 1/1/93
- Hopkins Clinician Scientist, 1/1/91
- NIH Clinical Associate Physician Award, 12/1/88
Memberships
- American College of Rheumatology
- Lupus Foundation of America
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-9114
- fax: 410-614-0498
Expertise
Education
University of California San Francisco School of Medicine
Fellowship, 1986Massachusetts General Hospital
Residency, 1983Harvard Medical School
Medical Education, MD, 1980Board Certifications
Rheumatology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986Allergy and Immunology
American Board of Allergy and Immunology, 1985Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1983Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.6 out of 5
185 ratings, 79 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2025
The Best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
The very best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2025
Very diligent about my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
She was a good experience doctor, for the last thirty five years. Of my life and never let me,down always diagnosis every illness and pain, This doctor is my favorite...
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2025
Dr. Petri and [staff] were both very professional and kind in their demeanor. They were also very thorough in gathering the information needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Dr Petri has always been good with me. I like that she tells you like it is and helps me understand what I need to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
She's the best. The meds provided has kept me out the hospital.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr. PETRI IS THE BEST
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr. Petri always listens and makes sure I understand all my options. She is a phenomenal doctor who has impacted my life profoundly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
I walked away from the appointment, feeling, respected, cared for and heard.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
She's very good
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Dr. Petri is very knowledgeable, insistent and decisive. I appreciate her expertise but at times she is overly cautious.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Doctor Petri is very professional, very detailed in the information she provides you about your health, very courteous just overall excellent doctor. I'm very satisfied with her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
I have seen Dr. Petri for many years and she is a great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
I could have no better Hopkins provider handling my medical problems. Dr. Petri has been apart of my medical team for many years. Would not want any other.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
She's excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
All excellent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
The provider is very knowledgeable and even saw me after being 30 minutes late
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Excellent lupus provider
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Dr. Petri is wonderful. She takes the time to thoroughly explain everything and I feel as though I am getting the best care possible as one of her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
She is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Dr Petri sacrifices her life to save people's lives. She's available 24/7 to care for the patients with her own will. Without her I would not have existed. I feel blessed everyday to be able to live normally without pain and suffer. Thank you so much Dr Petri for all you do. You are truly my hero.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Dr. Petri is amazing. She always takes a personal interest in me. She cares very much for her patients. She is so thorough with my care. I have many doctors and none of them are like Dr. Petri- her level of care for patients is incomparable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
Petri is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
I think l said enough. No complaints. I received professional services
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Excellent, happy to be under her care. I trust her very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Dr Petri is absolutely the best she has taken care of me for over 10 years. She is caring makes me feel as that I'm very special. I'm so thankful she is my Rheumatologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Explains results, my medical condition in detail. Answers all my questions in a way I can understand . Is professional and trustworthy
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Dr.Petri is a very concerned Dr. She takes her time with her patients. I really appreciate everything she does to make sure I'm doing well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Dr. Petri is world leading on lupus I am lucky to have her as my doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr.Petri is great she always addresses my questions and concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
She 's very strict and loves me to use medical terms.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr. Petri was very knowledgeable in the field.ifeel confident under her care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr. Petri is the best. She is knowledgeable, professional, and kind.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Dr. Petri was friendly, caring, and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Dr Petri's knowledge on the subject of lupus & APS helped me better understand my condition & I feel very confident in her treatment plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
I wouldnt trust any Dr. Other than Dr.Michelle Petri
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Dr. Petri is very well-researched and knowledgeable on the topic, but I found her patient care to be lacking.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Dr. Petri really cares for her patients. She gives me a better understanding on this new journey that is part of my life now. Whenever, I have a question or concern she is always so helpful and really cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Dr. Petri and her Fellow, Dr. [ ] Were absolutely wonderful. Their knowledge about my condition and my concerns were appropriate and very much appreciated. I received invaluable advice and looking forward to positive Healthcare results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Very efficient really liked her assistant Doctor always looking at my other Doctors visits and medications.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
She was exact with information that was pertinent to SLE Lupus. This was a consultation appt and her feedback is instrumental in the direction for my care. She has such a kind and direct bedside manner, which is so helpful in the anxieties of the appt. She's also been very prompt In answering any of my follow up questions since our appt. Thank you, Dr. Petri.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Dr petri is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Always on time & very caring. Obvious concern for her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
I have referred others to Dr. Petri.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
Dr. Petri is a highly professional and knowledgeable medical professional who took time to answer my questions and provide me with thorough feedback during and after my visit. It is clear that she is very versed in this field and that she provided me with a trust-worthy diagnosis based on her years of experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Dr. Petri is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Dr. Petri is very knowledgeable and considerate of the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Great doctor has help me navigate some really tough issues. She is at the top of professional research and teaching game
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
She's the best in my treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Highly professional, caring and explained my condition in a way that made it easy to follow.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
I come to see her because she is an expert in her field and has kept me healthy for 10 years and hopefully at least 10 more.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Very friendly and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
She is the best. I drive 2 hours to see her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr. Petri is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
Awesome doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
Very caring, knowledgeable, and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
She is the best. She is my life saver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Dr Petri is outstanding and a leader in her field. I happily make the several hundred mile journey for her expertise. She has helped Mr enormously over the years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Dr. Petri is caring, respectful, thorough, and helpful. She explained how she wanted to proceed clearly and why and answered my questions. I have trust and confidence in her knowledge and experience. Her passion in her field of study and the care she provides is commendable.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Devoted to healing folks from Lupus
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
Awesome doctor and experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Excellent knowledgeable doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Petri is an extraordinary physician I have been a patient over 30 years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr Petri is excellent. Very efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Knowledgeable, clear explanations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Dr. Petri is amazing. Always on time, friendly and so positive and knowledgeable. She took charge and gave me a new blood pressure med. She makes a great decision if needed - so many docs won't. She is always there for you. Ask an email question and she answers in a very short time. I know of no other doctor who does this. Such comfort. I Feel secure and in good hands with her providing my Lupus care. Simply the best. !!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
I don't understand why Dr. Petri will not allow virtual visits, even for short visits such as 3 month follow ups that are largely reviews of labwork.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Petri is by far the best rheumatologist I've ever had and I'm so grateful to benefit from her care and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
I was extremely late due to something beyond my control Dr Petri was good to me as she ALWAYS is & ALWAYS HAS BEEN
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Concerned and very knowledgeable
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
She is concerned about her patient health and care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Dr. Petri is the most knowledgeable physician I have ever known, it's the reason I fly in to see her no matter where I have lived. I flew from Wisconsin when I lived there and I fly in from Massachusetts where I live now. I feel that she fights to ensure I "as an African American Woman" understands my care. .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Absolutely fantastic
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr Petri is obviously exceptional in her research. Dr. Petri is not an effective clinician. Not all patient presentations and findings will fit the perfect box that is supported by research! In fact, it is more likely to be true, that most patient presentations, do not!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
She was very caring and paid attention to what I had to say