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Ilana Y. Abeles, M.D., Ph.D.

Ilana Y. Abeles, M.D., Ph.D.

Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology

4.9 out of 5 stars
UR Medicine Faculty The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19 departments. URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Accepting New Patients

Contact

Appointment (585) 486-0901

Locations

Rheumatology Clinic - Henrietta

Red Creek (Calkins Corporate Park)
400 Red Creek Drive, Suite 240
Rochester, NY 14623

About Me

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

B Cell-Directed Therapy in Autoimmunity.

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; .

A case of statin-associated immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy with atypical biopsy features.

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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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.8 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.8 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.8 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.8 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.8 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

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

5.0 stars

Great care and information thanks to all

Feb 01, 2025

5.0 stars

Got a diagnosis, medication plan and better 24 hrs after 1st dose. Wow!! Thank you.

Oct 10, 2024

4.0 stars

No complaints.

Oct 05, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Abeles is wonderful. She always listens to my concerns and helps me make the best decision for my health.

Oct 01, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Abeles is a great Doctor!

Sep 13, 2024

5.0 stars

Good

Sep 02, 2024

5.0 stars

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

4.4 stars

I had a good visit. [...]

Aug 09, 2024

5.0 stars

Very positive experience. Everyone I encountered was helpful, caring, patient, and pleasant. [...]

Jul 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abeles is the best, she's friendly interested in you and your health concerns and always has a smile

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

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

5.0

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

4.6

Would recommend.

Nov 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Abeles and her team are terrific!

Sep 10, 2023

5.0

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

5.0

Dr. Abeles is very good!

Aug 31, 2023

5.0

Understood I could not afford the [...] so we tried different drug for infusion

Aug 13, 2023

5.0

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

5.0

I feel being a patient of Dr. Abeles is a gift. She is compassionate, knowledgable and accessible.

Jul 13, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and comprehensive exam

Jun 29, 2023

5.0

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

5.0

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

5.0

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

5.0

[...] A++ Top notch, no higher rating possible.

Jun 04, 2022

5.0

[...] 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

5.0

Exceptional care from Dr. Abeles

Mar 25, 2022

3.0

No problems with the dr

Mar 20, 2022

5.0

Right now, I am confident she will be with me through this difficult journey

Feb 12, 2022

5.0

Love Dr. Abeles. She is kind and patient and included me in the treatment plan based on my current conditions.

Feb 05, 2022