ARC Arthritis & Rheumatology Clinic

04/05/2026

🌟 April is and we’re celebrating YOU!

To every amazing volunteer who gives their time, energy, and heart to support the Lupus Research Alliance and lupus community, thank you! Your dedication moves us closer to a world free of lupus. 💜 🙌

02/16/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to our February Babies! 🎉
We’re sending big birthday wishes to three incredible members of our team who help make every day brighter and better! 🎂✨
💐 Ernestina Kyei Donkor – Our amazing Nurse Practitioner (DNP) in Orlando! Ernestina, your expertise and compassionate care makes a profound impact on every patient and colleague you encounter. You lead with professionalism, heart, and an unwavering dedication to the wellbeing of others. We're so lucky to have you as a part of our team. Wishing you a birthday as special and inspiring as you are!
🎈 Mayra – Our fantastic Referral Coordinator in Orlando! Mayra, you bring so much energy and positivity to the team. Your ability to connect with others and make every one feel valued is truly special. Your attention to detail and your caring nature make you indispensable to our success. Here’s to a year filled with joy, growth, and many more smiles! Happy Birthday!
🎉 Luisanny – Our wonderful Receptionist in Davenport! Luisanny, you are the first smiling face that greets everyone and the heart of our front desk. Your smile and helpfulness creates such a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone who walks through the door. Wishing you all a birthday full of happiness and love!
We’re so grateful to have each of you as part of our team and wish you all a year ahead filled with success, joy, and continued inspiration. Enjoy your special day, and may it be as amazing as you all are! 🎂🎉💖

12/24/2025

Holiday Hours and Closures

12/20/2025

Happy Holidays to you from the ARC Arthritis & Rheumatology Clinic and staff

12/16/2025

11/21/2025

Thankfulness

11/20/2025

Holiday Office Closure Dates: Both our offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Davenport will be closed on Friday, November 28, 2025 in observance to Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025. We wish you a safe and happy holiday with your loved ones!!

10/01/2025

🎉 Happy 4-Year Anniversary at ARC Carlos Sanchez, APRN! 🎉

We are delighted to celebrate Carlos Sanchez's 4-year anniversary with our team today! Carlos has consistently demonstrated a unique blend of compassion, expertise, and dedication in his patient interactions since joining our organization. As a bilingual Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, his tireless commitment to delivering exceptional care has earned him the respect of his colleagues and the gratitude of the community we serve. Carlos, we express our sincere appreciation for your diligence, professionalism, and the infectious enthusiasm you bring to our team. We feel fortunate to have you on our team and eagerly anticipate many more years of collaborative success
Congratulations on 4 phenomenal years! 👏

09/05/2025

Happy Birthday 🎂🎈 to Arnol Chacón, International Medical Graduate/APRN
​Arnol is a dedicated medical provider with over 30 years of experience in the medical field. In 2014, Chacon brought his wealth of experience as a doctor in Cuba to the United States, where with hard work and dedication he successfully became an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). He joined the American College of Rheumatology and has since focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients with rheumatologic disorders, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, and fibromyalgia.
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Fluent in both Spanish and English, Arnol Chacon is not only a skilled medical professional but also a dedicated individual who values physical activity and family time. A black belt in Shotokan-style karate, he enjoys staying active and believes in the importance of balance in life. Above all, Arnol Chacon, APRN remains deeply committed to his patients, ensuring that they receive the attentive, empathetic care they deserve.

05/15/2025

Happy Birthday, Dr. Martorell

Our fearless leader and medical director. The only doctor who can cure joints and bad moods with a smile or a dad joke😉 !

You make ARC feel more like a family. Thank you for keeping our joints in line and our spirits high. We hope your day is filled with joy, cake, and zero paper work!

Thanks for being the heart of our clinic; and for always reminding us that laughter is good medicine.

Have the happiest birthday ever!