Sharon L. Kolasinski

Sharon L. Kolasinski, MD is an Adjunct Professor of Medicine (Rheumatology) at the University of Pennsylvania, affiliated with the Penn Musculoskeletal Center. She practices at 3737 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, with contact number 215-662-4333.

• Education: BA in Biology (University of Pennsylvania, 1978), MRP in Regional Planning (University of Pennsylvania, 1981), MD in Medicine (New York University School of Medicine, 1985)

Her research focuses on complementary and integrative health approaches for rheumatic diseases, particularly osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus. She contributes to medical education through textbook authorship and clinical practice guideline analysis.

Recent publications include systematic reviews on osteoarthritis guidelines, case reports on giant cell arteritis complications, and studies on patient self-efficacy in rheumatology clinics. Her work spans clinical outcomes, evidence-based practices, and novel interventions like platelet-rich plasma injections.