A care team approach
If it seems like you may have recurrent pericarditis, you may need to see a number of different healthcare specialists. However, most of your care will likely be given by a cardiologist.
A cardiologist: a doctor who specializes in the study or treatment of the heart, heart diseases, and heart abnormalities.
Who else may treat pericarditis?
A rheumatologist: a doctor who treats autoimmune conditions, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, and could have a special understanding of autoinflammation.
An immunologist: an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions related to the immune system.
A radiologist: an expert in interpreting different imaging tests to diagnose and treat diseases.
A clinical social worker or other therapist: specialists who can help you cope with stress.
This is a not a complete list. Who you see will depend on your medical history and the healthcare providers available in your area.
Now that you know more about treatment types and the team that helps manage recurrent pericarditis, learn more about how pericarditis is diagnosed.
Quote from Dr. Jonathan Salik
"There are centers of expertise across the country that specialize in pericardial disease, including recurrent pericarditis, and it's important to research those options to see if you might be able to be seen at a center that has more knowledge and expertise about this condition."
Recurrent Pericarditis Center Locator
Find a center focused on recurrent pericarditis care. As part of the Addressing Recurrent Pericarditis initiative, the AHA has identified centers across the US that specialize in diagnosing and treating recurrent pericarditis.
Last updated: 10/01/26
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