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Abha Singh, MD, RhMSUS Division contact |
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Brief Bio
Dr. Abha Singh is Associate Professor and Division Chief of Rheumatology at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix. She is leading strategic growth of the division through expansion of clinical programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, research innovation, and development of advanced educational initiatives.
Dr. Singh’s clinical and research interests focus on psoriatic arthritis, precision medicine, musculoskeletal ultrasound, and ultrasound-guided synovial biopsies to study synovial tissue biology. She is actively advancing translational research efforts aimed at identifying tissue biomarkers in rheumatologic disease and developing personalized approaches to treatment. Her work also emphasizes innovation in clinical operations, integration of artificial intelligence into rheumatology practice, and improvement of patient and provider experience.
Throughout her career, Dr. Singh has demonstrated a strong commitment to education and mentorship, training fellows, residents, and medical students while promoting collaborative learning environments. She developed a comprehensive Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSK US) program and continues to support the growth of rheumatology education and fellowship training.
Under Dr. Singh’s leadership, the division aims to build a nationally recognized program in inflammatory arthritis and synovial tissue research, expand precision medicine initiatives, and strengthen multidisciplinary collaborations across specialties. Her vision includes advancing innovative models of patient care, integrating emerging technologies into clinical practice, growing clinical trials and translational research programs, and developing a robust rheumatology training environment focused on excellence in patient care, education, and scientific discovery.