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Ilana Y. Abeles, M.D., Ph.D.
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Red Creek (Calkins Corporate Park)
400 Red Creek Drive, Suite 240
Rochester, NY 14623
About Me
Certified Specialties
Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine
Rheumatology - American Board of Internal Medicine
Faculty Appointments
Assistant Professor - Department of Medicine, Allergy/Immunology and Rheumatology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Rheumatology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. 2018 - 2020
Residency, Internal Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. 2016 - 2018
Internship, Internal Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. 2015 - 2016
Education
MD | SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University - College of Medicine. 2015
PhD | Cuny Graduate School & University Center. 2011
Publications
Journal Articles
Abeles I, Palma C, Meednu N, Payne AS, Looney RJ, Anolik JH
Annual review of immunology.. 2024 June 42 (1):103-126. Epub 06/14/2024.
B Cell-Directed Therapy in Autoimmunity. Annual Reviews Immunology
Abeles I, Palma C, Meednu N, Payne AS, Looney RJ, Anolik JH.
Annu Rev Immunol. 2023 Nov 27. 2023; .
Zaki MM, Virk ZM, Lopez D, Klubnick J, Ahrendsen JT, Varma H, Kyttaris V, Abeles I
European journal of rheumatology.. 2021 January 8 (1):36-39. Epub 01/01/2021.
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
Dr Abeles and her team are terrific!
Sep 12, 2025
[...] The preceptor, Dr. Abeles, was prepared, engaging, & accepting that I was prepared as well.
Sep 05, 2025
Excited about the doctor and team!! They seem very thorough ans concerned to help me!!!!!
Aug 21, 2025
I am very thankful Dr. Abeles is my provider.
Aug 14, 2025
I would recommend her, if she is taking new patients.
Aug 11, 2025
Gladly would recommend Dr. Abeles
Aug 09, 2025
Dr. Abeles was efficient and professional while also showing genuine interest, concern and recommendations
Aug 06, 2025
Good
Jul 16, 2025
From the very first time I met Dr Abeles, I found her very pleasant, concerned about me and getting to the cause of my symptoms and supportive.
Jul 01, 2025
Beyond very good in all categories!
Jun 10, 2025
The doctor was very kind and interested.
May 11, 2025
Dr. Abeles was excellent, explained things in a way I could understand, and she's very kind.
Apr 09, 2025
The doctor was very informative and took her time with me
Mar 08, 2025
The doctors are literally world class, I felt very safe and well cared for. The doctors were very friendly and professional.just the best.
Mar 02, 2025
Dr. Abeles is just so personable and really listens to me.
Mar 01, 2025
Dr. Abeles had a 3rd year resident included in the visit. Both were attentive and seemed to work well together and were supportive and knowledgeable re my concerns
Feb 10, 2025
Great care and information thanks to all
Feb 01, 2025
Got a diagnosis, medication plan and better 24 hrs after 1st dose. Wow!! Thank you.
Oct 10, 2024
No complaints.
Oct 05, 2024
Dr. Abeles is wonderful. She always listens to my concerns and helps me make the best decision for my health.
Oct 01, 2024
Dr. Abeles is a great Doctor!
Sep 13, 2024
Good
Sep 02, 2024
Much better experience! I was very pleased with the care I received, as well as the respect that was given to me by Dr. Abeles, as well as from the fellow and the tech!
Aug 25, 2024
I had a good visit. [...]
Aug 09, 2024
Very positive experience. Everyone I encountered was helpful, caring, patient, and pleasant. [...]
Jul 04, 2024
Dr. Abeles is the best, she's friendly interested in you and your health concerns and always has a smile
Apr 22, 2024
Dr. Abeles is amazing! She is personable and listens, including letting me have a say in the tx plan. She is a gem!
Feb 21, 2024
She has always provided excellent care and she is good about responding to my questions and concerns. She takes time to explain. She LISTENS to me. I feel like she is genuinely concerned about me.
Feb 07, 2024
Would recommend.
Nov 16, 2023
Dr. Abeles and her team are terrific!
Sep 10, 2023
Dr Abeles is so kind, knowledgeable, and patient. She really listens and includes me fully in the decision process of choosing a new medication for control over my Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Sep 10, 2023
Dr. Abeles is very good!
Aug 31, 2023
Understood I could not afford the [...] so we tried different drug for infusion
Aug 13, 2023
First rheumatologist out of so many to figure out what I needed to be on the right medication, and going above and beyond I'm very happy with her. I hope to keep seeing her for many more years to come.
Aug 06, 2023
I feel being a patient of Dr. Abeles is a gift. She is compassionate, knowledgable and accessible.
Jul 13, 2023
Very thorough and comprehensive exam
Jun 29, 2023
When my private practice rheumatologist retired I came to UR Medicine. [...] Since I have been with her I have been very satisfied. She is a good listener and has taken the time to get to know me and how I function with my condition.
May 25, 2023
Dr. Abeles is easy to talk to, personable, kind & really listened to my concerns. She was open to changing my med routine & offered constructive feedback.
Feb 02, 2023
Dr Abeles is the best! She's kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. She listens to the issues and provides expert advice and care. I'm so lucky to have her as my doctor.
Nov 17, 2022
[...] A++ Top notch, no higher rating possible.
Jun 04, 2022
[...] Dr Abeles helped me understand what my next steps should be. She was wonderful and scheduled a follow up to ensure I get the care I need.
May 04, 2022
Exceptional care from Dr. Abeles
Mar 25, 2022
No problems with the dr
Mar 20, 2022
Right now, I am confident she will be with me through this difficult journey
Feb 12, 2022
Love Dr. Abeles. She is kind and patient and included me in the treatment plan based on my current conditions.
Feb 05, 2022