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Restoring Hope in Autoimmune Care
Expert rheumatology without the rush. Experience unhurried appointments, direct access to your specialist, and a personalized path to healing—entirely free from insurance barriers.
Unhurried Appointments
Spend 60-90 minutes with Dr. Childress during initial consultations and 30-45 minutes for follow-ups—enough time to truly understand your symptoms, concerns, and goals.
Direct Physician Access
Communicate directly with Dr. Childress between appointments via secure messaging. No more waiting days for callback from unfamiliar staff members.
Root Cause Investigation
As a physician-scientist, Dr. Childress doesn’t just treat symptoms—she investigates underlying mechanisms to create treatment plans that address why you’re experiencing autoimmune dysfunction.
The Direct Care Difference
Healthcare Designed for You,
Not for Insurance
Complex autoimmune conditions cannot be solved in a 15-minute appointment. Yet, the traditional insurance-based system often forces doctors to prioritize volume over value. At St. Sharbel Rheumatology, we have opted out of that system to focus entirely on you. By removing the "middleman," Dr. Boackle Childress creates space for 60-90 minute visits, deep investigation into root causes, and comprehensive treatment plans that truly fit your life.
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Extended appointments that allow for a complete medical history.
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Communicate directly with your doctor, not a call center.
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No surprise bills or facility fees—ever.
Years of experience
Therapy techniques
Patients treated
Satisfaction rate
Our advantage
35+ Years of Dedicated Expertise
Dr. Susan Boackle Childress founded St. Sharbel Rheumatology with a clear mission: to bring the heart back into medicine. A graduate of the University of Alabama School of Medicine, Dr. Childress has spent over three decades at the forefront of rheumatology. With a distinguished background in academic medicine and Lupus research, she combines the analytical precision of a researcher with the compassionate care of a dedicated physician. She is committed to partnering with patients in the Denver and Englewood area to manage complex diseases with clarity and confidence.
What we offer
Conditions We Treat
Specializing in the management of systemic autoimmune diseases.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Hands-on techniques to reduce pain and improve movement.
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Specialized programs to recover from sports-related injuries.
Sjogren’s Syndrome
Support for quicker and safer recovery after surgery.
Psoriatic Arthritis & Spondyloarthropathies
Use of electrical stimulation for muscle and nerve recovery.
Vasculitis & Myositis
Guided exercises to restore strength and flexibility.
Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
Exercises to improve coordination and prevent falls.
Common conditions
Your Journey to Better Health
Brief description here.
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Sign up easily online. No referral is strictly necessary, though previous records are helpful for our review.
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Your first visit is an extensive evaluation to review your history, perform an exam, and formulate a comprehensive plan.
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Enjoy continuous support through follow-ups and direct communication to manage meds, labs, and flares as they arise.
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Joint stiffness
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Post-surgery
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Balance issues
Team Members
Our skilled team
Our team is committed to delivering expert care through personalized treatments and continuous learning.
Service plans
Flexible pricing options for everyone
We offer transparent pricing across different service packages to suit your treatment needs and budget.
Basic care
Standard care
Premium care
Patient stories
Real feedback from our patients
Hear from our patients about their experiences and how our physiotherapy care helped them regain their health.
Strong recovery
After my knee surgery, their rehabilitation program was excellent. I feel stronger and more confident.
Michael Smith
Post-surgery support
Healing journey
Helped me recover from chronic back pain quickly and safely. Their custom care made all the difference.
Jennifer Conely
Back pain relief
Active life
Thanks to their expert sports rehab, I returned to my activities without pain. The team were professional and caring.
Emma Hill
Sports injury
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Reach out for
personalized care
We are here to answer your questions and help you start your recovery journey with us.
Have questions or need a quote?
Please fill out the form below, and one of our team members will contact you shortly.