Lia McGibbon, DO Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Lia McGibbon, DO, is a rheumatologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. McGibbon is in the Division of Rheumatology and Department of Medicine. Assistant Professor Division of Rheumatology Department of Medicine 5280 Top Doctors 2020 Previously a 5280 Top Doctor America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2019-2020 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2020 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars 166 Patient Ratings 30 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Department of Medicine Division of Rheumatology Lupus Program Specialties & Conditions Ankylosing Spondylitis Gout Lupus Myositis (Polymyositis / Dermatomyositis) Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Scleroderma / Systemic Sclerosis (SSC) Vasculitis Research Areas Retrospective research on inflammatory myositis Sjögren's Syndrome (SS) Vasculitis Special Interests My special interests include the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, vasculitis, myositis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmune Lung Disease. My areas of focus in research include Retrospective studies in Myositis and Sjögren’s Syndrome Cohort with Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD). News & Videos Lia McGibbon Joins National Jewish Health Education Education 2005 - 2009 Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 1997 - 2000 Colorado State University, Bachelor of Science Internships UMDNJ/Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Internal Medicine Residency UMDNJ/Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Internal Medicine Fellowship 2013 - 2015 Montefiore Medical Center & Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Rheumatology Board Certification 2015: Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in Rheumatology 2012: Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Professional Memberships American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Teaching & Professional Positions Director and Educator for St. Joseph Hospital resident National Jewish Health Rheumatology rotation. 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Provider showed concern 4.6 Friendliness 4.7 Spoke using clear language 4.7 Provider explained things clearly 4.6 Amount of time spent with you 4.6 Provider included you in decisions 4.6 Confidence in your doctor 4.6 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.6 Comments Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 she was amazing. she listened to my concerns and even cane up with several options we could take as far as treatment National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 I was pleased with the Doctor and service was good National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 With only 1/2 hour it felt a bit rushed. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Dr. McGibbons knowledge and care of my [condition] has kept me in remission for 7 years. Now that I have a flare she had immediate plan of care. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Very good experience! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 it was a pleasant experience, I like my Doc very much National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 My appointment was great, and I believe she is very thorough. I feel like my health is in good hands in her care. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 a very caring doctor, I'm very happy with her. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Dr. McGibbon has always been friendly and helpful. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Dr McGibbon is very kind and thorough. She always takes the appropriate amount of time with. She listens to me, then we discuss the best course of action at the time. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 *Dr. Mcgibbon was so helpful as this was 1st visit. show more National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Doctor Lia Matarrese-McGibbon is the most amazing doctor and I recommend her all the time. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 I often feel rushed when I'm in the office. I'm looking for better quality of life and I don't feel like my provider understands how poorly I feel some days.[PHI]. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 I like my doctor. She has come to know me well and my health issues. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 think she's very helpful with trying to find out with what's wrong. it's hard in my situation because so much can be wrong and so many are helping and it's hard to figure it out exactly. she's helped though do what others haven't. so I'm very thankful for that. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 They're the best. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 I really appreciate Dr. McGibbon, and all she does for me. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2019 She is very knowledgeable and the follow up paper that she sends is very thorough. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 *Dr. McGibbon is great. She's the first healthcare professional to actually listen to me. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Dr. McGibbon has been a pleasure to work with. She puts up with my quirky fears, and doesn't lecture me. I'm very pleased with her care! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 It is always a pleasure [PHI] to specifically see Dr. Mc Gibbon. She is an amazing dedicated physician that takes excellent care of my [condition]. In the time I have seen her my challenges have become better and manageable. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 Great!!! she took time with me. She checked every possible cause and was up front with me and treated me with respect. She explained things and answered questions without rushing me. Great Dr and Staff!!! National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2019 I believe the Dec did not have, enough concern about MY health - Only about prescribing drugs to me. I did not have a good feeling after the appointment. She's a good doc just not for me... National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Most knowledgeable & professional. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Great National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Dr. was very knowledgeable, very friendly, open, polite. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2019 she's great National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 Dr. McGibbon is who I've been searching for the last 4 years. She is really smart and thorough. I feel confident she will figure out what I've been dealing with for years!! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2018 I see Mcgibban and [another NJ doctor] and have much confidence in both. Thats why I have made 3 visits to see them from [out of state] National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 The doctor was very knowledgeable.