Dr. R. Michelle Koolaee, DO, FACR

Dr. R. Michelle Koolaee, DO, FACR Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Dr. R. Michelle Koolaee, DO, FACR, Rheumatologist, 800 Fairmount Avenue Suite 210, Pasadena, CA.

✨University of Pennsylvania trained
💚 Board-Certified Rheumatologist
🌸 Direct Care Rheumatology
🌿 Mother of 3 👧 ❤️👦 ❤️👧

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03/09/2026

A BIG thank you to my amazing cheer team who came out to support me at the 2026 LA Marathon today!

Proud of this body that has carried three kids—and allowed me to run 14 of these races.

Always believe in yourself.

03/05/2026

Check out the latest blog on my website to learn about the ITIS diet, which is my favorite anti-inflammatory diet to recommend.

This blog is loaded with practical information you can bring up at your next rheumatology appointment.

02/26/2026

Biologic drugs are game changers for Rheumatoid Arthritis treatment. How do you know if they are right for you?

Check out this week’s blog to learn more. Link is in the comments, or go to the “blogs” section on our website.

Biologic drugs are game changers for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). More than half of all people with RA are on a biologic ...
02/24/2026

Biologic drugs are game changers for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). More than half of all people with RA are on a biologic drug - but they are not for everyone!

Check out this week’s blog post to learn more about how your rheumatologist decides if biologic drugs like Humira or Enbrel are a good fit for you.

Check out top tips on how you can best prepare for this conversation with your rheumatologist. Link is in the comments!

Brain fog is common in rheumatic disease, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored.If you’re experiencing brain fog, b...
02/17/2026

Brain fog is common in rheumatic disease, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored.

If you’re experiencing brain fog, bring it up with your rheumatologist. There may be treatable underlying causes, and addressing them can significantly improve your quality of life.

Check out my latest blog to learn more ways to take action.

What are you thankful for today?I am eternally grateful for my husband and best friend. He has truly been the best cheer...
02/13/2026

What are you thankful for today?

I am eternally grateful for my husband and best friend. He has truly been the best cheerleader, supporting my creative venture to start a rheumatology practice where the care being delivered here is better, and is in a way that really supports the entire person.

Happy Friday!

Share in the comments what you are thankful for!

Check out our latest blog to learn the top six clues that your back pain may be inflammatory.You don’t have to suffer—in...
02/10/2026

Check out our latest blog to learn the top six clues that your back pain may be inflammatory.

You don’t have to suffer—inflammatory back pain is treatable, and early diagnosis can lead to better health outcomes.

New blog post is live!If you’ve ever had labs drawn for joint pain and wondered, “What do these mean?” — this one’s for ...
02/03/2026

New blog post is live!

If you’ve ever had labs drawn for joint pain and wondered, “What do these mean?” — this one’s for you.

Rheumatoid factor and anti-CCP antibodies are labs we order all the time in rheumatology.

See the link in the comments section to learn more.

New blog is live!ESR and CRP help us measure inflammation — but they’re only part of the picture.You won’t want to miss ...
01/27/2026

New blog is live!

ESR and CRP help us measure inflammation — but they’re only part of the picture.

You won’t want to miss this blog, filled with practical insights about these two important and frequently ordered labs!

New blog post is live!Chronic rheumatic illness changes how we live—but not who we are.Sharing practical, lived lessons ...
01/20/2026

New blog post is live!

Chronic rheumatic illness changes how we live—but not who we are.
Sharing practical, lived lessons for navigating disability, resilience, and the small wins that matter.

I am 44 and have been running marathons and half marathons for almost a decade. I was never an athlete growing up. Today...
01/18/2026

I am 44 and have been running marathons and half marathons for almost a decade. I was never an athlete growing up. Today was the rose bowl half marathon in beautiful Pasadena, CA.

In recent years, after every race I run, I write with sharpie on the back of the medal my race time and the age the race was completed. I’m able to run the same pace I was when I first began running, which is pretty amazing.

Age is just a number. Whatever your goals are, own them. Believe you can, and you will.

I love Mason’s positive attitude when it comes to his journey with rheumatoid arthritis and can’t wait for you to be ins...
01/08/2026

I love Mason’s positive attitude when it comes to his journey with rheumatoid arthritis and can’t wait for you to be inspired also! A healthy mindset is everything when it comes to navigating life with arthritis.

See the comments for a link to today’s podcast.

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800 Fairmount Avenue Suite 210
Pasadena, CA
91105

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5am
Tuesday 8am - 5am
Wednesday 8am - 5am
Thursday 8am - 5am
Friday 8am - 5am
Saturday 8am - 5am
Sunday 8am - 5am

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