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Ana-Maria Orbai

Ana-Maria Orbai, MD, MHS

Rheumatology

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Romanian
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Female

About Ana-Maria Orbai

Professional Titles

  • Director, Psoriatic Arthritis Program

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Medicine

Background

Dr. Ana-Maria Orbai is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include rheumatology and psoriatic arthritis.

Dr. Orbai earned her M.D. from the Iuliu Hatieganu School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, in Romania. She completed internship and residency training in internal medicine at the Johns Hopkins University-Sinai Hospital program. Subsequently, Dr. Orbai completed her post-doctoral fellowship training in rheumatology at Johns Hopkins. During her fellowship she earned her Master in Health Sciences degree in Clinical Investigation at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Dr. Orbai directs the Psoriatic Arthritis Program in the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center.  Her clinical focus is psoriatic arthritis and spodyloarthritis.

Dr. Orbai's research aims to understand psoriatic disease subtypes and improve treatment strategies for people with psoriatic arthritis. Dr. Orbai was awarded a Rheumatology Research Foundation Scientist Development award in 2014 and a Jerome L Greene Foundation Scholar award in 2018. 

Centers and Institutes

Arthritis Center

Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

Lab Website

Ana-Marie Orbai Lab - Lab Website

  • The Ana-Marie Orbai Lab focuses on inflammatory arthritis. Current clinical research projects in the lab examine patient symptoms and experiences in rheumatic diseases and inflammatory arthritis. We focus on stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis and patient-reported outcomes. Previous research in the lab focused on systemic lupus erythemaous (SLE).

Research Summary

Dr. Orbai directs the Psoriatic Arthritis Program in the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center. Her research focus is characterization of psoriatic disease phenotypes and individualizing treatment strategies. The goal is to improve long-term patient outcomes in psoriatic arthritis.Dr. Orbai co-chaired the international GRAPPA-OMERACT Psoriatic Arthritis working group through their update of the PsA core outcome set for clinical trials in 2016.  She subsequently led the endorsement of the first core patient reported outcome measure for psoriatic arthritis clinical trials in 2018. Dr. Orbai has been an expert panel member for treatment recommendations for psoriatic arthritis. Dr. Orbai serves on the steering committee of Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (GRAPPA) and on the Board of Medical Directors for the National Psoriasis Foundation.  She is a reviewer for many rheumatology journals.

Dr. Orbai contributed to the development of the 2012 Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics (SLICC) classification criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus with Dr. Michelle Petri in the Johns Hopkins Lupus Center.

Selected Publications

  • Orbai AM, de Wit M, Mease P, Shea JA, Gossec L, Leung YY, Tillett W, Elmamoun M, Callis Duffin K, Campbell W, Christensen R, Coates L, Dures E, Eder L, FitzGerald O, Gladman D, Goel N, Grieb SD, Hewlett S, Hoejgaard P, Kalyoncu U, Lindsay C, McHugh N, Shea B, Steinkoenig I, Strand V, Ogdie A. International patient and physician consensus on a psoriatic arthritis core outcome set for clinical trials.Ann Rheum Dis. 2017 Apr;76(4):673-680. doi: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2016-210242. Epub 2016 Sep 9. PMID: 27613807

  • Orbai AM, Holland R, Leung YY, Tillett W, Goel N, Christensen R, McHugh N, Gossec L, de Wit M, Højgaard P, Coates LC, Mease PJ, Birt J, Fallon L, FitzGerald O, Ogdie A, Shea B, Strand V, Callis Duffin K, Tugwell P, Beaton D, Gladman DD. PsAID12 Provisionally Endorsed at OMERACT 2018 as Core Outcome Measure to Assess Psoriatic Arthritis-specific Health-related Quality of Life in Clinical Trials. J Rheumatol. 2018 Dec 15. pii: jrheum.181077. doi: 10.3899/jrheum.181077. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 30554154

  • Gorlier C, Orbai AM, Puyraimond-Zemmour D, Coates LC, Kiltz U, Leung YY, Palominos P, Cañete JD, Scrivo R, Balanescu A, Dernis E, Tälli S, Ruyssen-Witrand A, Soubrier M, Aydin SZ, Eder L, Gaydukova I, Lubrano E, Kalyoncu U, Richette P, Husni ME, de Wit M, Smolen JS, Gossec L. Comparing patient-perceived and physician-perceived remission and low disease activity in psoriatic arthritis: an analysis of 410 patients from 14 countries. Ann Rheum Dis. 2018 Nov 15. pii: annrheumdis-2018-214140. doi: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2018-214140. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 30442648

  • Petri M, Orbai AM, Alarcón GS, Gordon C, Merrill JT, Fortin PR, Bruce IN, Isenberg D, Wallace DJ, Nived O, Sturfelt G, Ramsey-Goldman R, Bae SC, Hanly JG, Sánchez-Guerrero J, Clarke A, Aranow C, Manzi S, Urowitz M, Gladman D, Kalunian K, Costner M, Werth VP, Zoma A, Bernatsky S, Ruiz-Irastorza G, Khamashta MA, Jacobsen S, Buyon JP, Maddison P, Dooley MA, van Vollenhoven RF, Ginzler E, Stoll T, Peschken C, Jorizzo JL, Callen JP, Lim SS, Fessler BJ, Inanc M, Kamen DL, Rahman A, Steinsson K, Franks AG Jr, Sigler L, Hameed S, Fang H, Pham N, Brey R, Weisman MH, McGwin G Jr, Magder LS. Derivation and validation of the Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics classification criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus. Arthritis Rheum. 2012 Aug;64(8):2677-86. doi: 10.1002/art.34473. PMID: 22553077

  • Singh JA, Guyatt G, Ogdie A, Gladman DD, Deal C, Deodhar A, Dubreuil M, Dunham J, Husni ME, Kenny S, Kwan-Morley J, Lin J, Marchetta P, Mease PJ, Merola JF, Miner J, Ritchlin CT, Siaton B, Smith BJ, Van Voorhees AS, Jonsson AH, Shah AA, Sullivan N, Turgunbaev M, Coates LC, Gottlieb A, Magrey M, Nowell WB, Orbai AM, Reddy SM, Scher JU, Siegel E, Siegel M, Walsh JA, Turner AS, Reston J. Special Article: 2018 American College of Rheumatology/National Psoriasis Foundation Guideline for the Treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. Arthritis Rheumatol. 2019 Jan;71(1):5-32. doi: 10.1002/art.40726. Epub 2018 Nov 30. PMID: 30499246

Honors

  • Jerome L Greene Foundation Scholar, Jerome L Greene Foundation, 4/1/18
  • Scientist Development Award, Rheumatology Research Foundation, 7/1/14

Memberships

  • American College of Rheumatology,

    Member

  • Maryland Society for the Rheumatic Diseases,

    Member

  • Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
    • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Baltimore, MD 21224

    Expertise

    Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Rheumatology, 2013

    Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

    Graduate School, MHS, 2013

    Sinai Hospital

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2010

    University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iuliu Hatieganu

    Medical Education, MD, 2004

    Board Certifications

    Rheumatology

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 2012

    Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 2010

    Insurance

    Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
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    • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    91 ratings, 40 reviews

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    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Dr. Orbai is caring, listens to my concerns and orders appropriate tests.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2024

      Caring, efficient, listens, comprehensive

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      What can I say, Dr. Orbai is attentive, respectful & sensitive to my needs!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/5/2024

      Dr Orbai is very knowledgeable and takes a personal interest in me

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Dr Orbai is incredible. Bright, intuitive and kind,". Her clinical assessments are fabulous and yet she manages not to rush you and listens with real skill. Wow!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Very concern and knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2024

      Dr. Orbai continues to be thorough with my medical issues, listens carefully to what I have to say, and provide clear explanations about future care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2024

      Dr Orbai is a skilled listener.She has a very gentle way about her.I felt I was in good hands

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/18/2024

      Excellent!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      Dr Orbai is excellent. She's been very thorough, and very supportive.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      The best ever.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2024

      Best Ive ever had. I make the 70 mile trip to Baltimore just to see Dr Orbai

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2024

      Very confident about Dr Orbai

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/4/2024

      Dr. Orbai is exceptionally attentive and thorough, routinely making observations that warrant another specialist's evaluation in the pursuit of the best patient outcomes.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      Dr. Orbai is very thorough and knowledgeable. I appreciate all she has done to help with my condition.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/31/2024

      Dr. Orbai is the BEST.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Dr.Orbai is a wonderful doctor. I am very happy to be her patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Dr. Orbai is wonderful. She explains everything, is professional and kind

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/19/2024

      Dr. Orbai is the most knowledgeable doctor I have ever met. She is very professional an has a lot of empathy. Is the BEST.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/12/2024

      By the end of my visit (around 1 hour), it became quite clear to me why Dr. Orbai is one of the top rheumatologists in America. Her observations based on years of experience in her field were seemingly accurate. I say seemingly because she has ordered ultrasound analysis by Dr. [ ]. This is absolutely the correct strategy to arrive at an accurate diagnosis of the cause of my current flare-up.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/5/2024

      They were very compassionate and listened to any concerns I had they took time to address any questions and concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/5/2024

      Excellent all around

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2024

      Dr. Orbai is outstanding in serving as my rheumatologist.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/9/2024

      Dr. Orbai has always been caring, professional and knowledgeable in providing treatment.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/8/2024

      Excellent and caring

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/1/2024

      Very pleasant, caring and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/25/2024

      Have been seeing her for years. Wouldn't want anyone else.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/18/2024

      Dr Orbai has always shown genuine concern for my care. In fact, I would say she is one of the best physicians I have ever had. Every visit with her has been an absolute pleasure. She listens to what I have to say, answers all questions, make recommendations based upon current health and test results.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/17/2024

      Looking forward to results and next steps to help get better

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/17/2024

      Dr Orbai was exceptionally thorough and made a point to be sure I understood everything. Her treatment plan going forward is understandable and acceptable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      I have seen for years and she has been a lot of help with my care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      She is getting better with punctuality.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      The best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      Very excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Pleasant visit

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Dr orbai is an excellent provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Her concern , Expertise and Professionalism is what keeps me coming back to Baltimore for treatment. She's the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/13/2024

      Very thorough exam

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/13/2024

      Absolutely the best provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/6/2024

      Very detailed in explanation of my disease and medications used for treatment.