PACT Rheumatology
Specializing in diagnosing, treating & managing diseases that affect the joints, muscles & bones
ABOUT US
PACT Rheumatology in Hamden & Orange, CT
Dr. Valashinas of the PACT Kidney Center is an expert in handling autoimmune disorders and inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoarthritis, gout, and Sjögren’s syndrome, among others. She also provides guidance on lifestyle adjustments and self-management techniques to help patients cope with pain and mobility issues, aiming to improve their quality of life while effectively managing their chronic conditions.
- Accepting New Patients
- Compassionate & Comprehensive Care
- State-of-the-art Facility
- Time and Cost Efficient Practice
- Excellence in Rheumatology Care
Rheumatology Offices in Your Neighborhood
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions does PACT Rheumatology treat?
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
- Gout
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Sjogren’s Syndrome
- Scleroderma
- Vasculitis
- Osteoporosis
- Fibromyalgia
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Dermatomyositis and Polymyositis
How do you make an appointment?
We offer online appointment requests for new patients. We ask that new or existing patients request an appointment through the MyChartPLUS app or the website. Patients may also call the office to make an appointment. For a listing of our offices, please click here.
Are there TeleHealth appointments available?
To better serve our existing patients, we have extended our services to offer TeleHealth appointments. Virtual, TeleHealth appointments are done from the comfort and safety of your own home using your personal device’s camera/video function. Availability is dependent on your insurance plan.
Schedule an in-person or virtual TeleHealth appointment by calling your doctor’s office today.
Are you currently accepting new patients?
As one of the largest independent physician groups in Connecticut, it is our goal to make primary care highly accessible to our community. We have primary care doctors near you who accept new patients, some with same-day appointments available.
What insurance do you accept?
Please check with your provider’s office to confirm coverage under any plan.
- Aetna
- Anthem BCBS
- CHN PPO
- Cigna
- ConnectiCare
- Coventry
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Medicaid**
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- Railroad Medicare
- Three Rivers Provider Network***
- TRICARE / Health Net
- UnitedHealthcare / Oxford
- WellCare
- U.S. Department of Labor
***not accepted by PACT Primary Care Hamden office.
What our patients are saying
Dr Valashinas to me is the best Dr. I was a patient of hers for years while she was in Texas. She was always very helpful, caring, and did whatever was needed and possible. To me, there’s no replacement! I’d recommend her to everyone.
5 Star - Google Review
I saw Diane Graham as my first primary doctor after aging out of my pediatrician’s office. She was wonderful and gave me awesome recommendations for little issues that I had that other doctors never bothered to give me! Finally, I am not anxious about doctor visits!
- Natalia B., Google Review
Dr. Valashinas is a very good Doctor. She took her time to listen and to understand my problem. I haven’t come across such a good doctor like her in a while. Also, the staff and the secretary are very friendly; they make you feel comfortable and welcome. I wish we had more Doctors like Dr. Valashinas. Thank you very much for your humanity and patience.
5 Star - Google Review
Great experience, Dr Valashinas is very professional, knowledgeable, pleasant, caring. and patient. She really cares for her patients. I am very happy to have her as my doctor.
5 Star - Google Review
Dr. Lena Wu Rivas is by far the best Medical provider I have seen in my 61 years. She is always friendly, thoughtful, and puts our concerns first. I can not speak more highly of her. The staff is always helpful and my experience with other medical professionals in this office has always been above my level of standards.
—HealthGrades
I have been a patient of Dr. Lazarides for 10 years. He is professional, knowledgeable, caring and has a good sense of humor. Dr. Lazarides takes the time to listen to any of my complaints and works with me for the best solution for me, for my budget, and for my health. The staff at the office are fantastic and friendly. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Lazarides.
—HealthGrades
