I have autoimmune disorders for 30 years that have started flaring. I needed a doctor to help me get through this. I went as a new patient. No labs were ordered. We visited for a while. I was encouraged to walk 15 minutes a day three times a week. And he would see me in 3 months. I have now found a Rheumatologist in SA.

20 mins for a new patient appt where he said “mhmm” a lot and gave me a diagnosis he had decided upon before entering the room. He didn’t ask what MY concerns were nor my expectations. Sometimes bad experiences can be sound teachers and this was definitely one.

I use to work for him. He was the best physican I have ever to work for. Very caring and passionate about his work. He will do what it takes to make sure his patient are taken care of. Keep up the great work Dr.Abel!

Dr Abel spent an hour and a half with me the first visit I saw him. He took my vitals and everything himself. He was very kind but told me the truth about my situation and I am forever grateful for him. I have already gotten a friend to switch to him and recommend him to every one I know who needs a rheumatologist!!!

I went to Dr. Abel for potential auto immune disease diagnosis. He only spent 15 minutes with me and basically told me I might have fibromyaglia and then told me to google it to figure out how to deal with my immense pain. I would never recommend him. Thank God Ive since found a rheumatologist who was willing to actually listen to me in San Antonio.