Katherine Placido, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree at Kent State University and obtained her Master of Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University in Glendale AZ in 2009. She spent five years practicing rheumatology with AARA before briefly relocating to the Midwest and deciding to make Arizona her home again. In her free time, she enjoys running and hiking as well as boating and camping with her family.
Katherine Placido, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree at Kent State University and obtained her Master of Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University in Glendale AZ in 2009. She spent five years practicing rheumatology with AARA before briefly relocating to the Midwest and deciding to make Arizona her home again. In her free time, she enjoys running and hiking as well as boating and camping with her family.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Kate is wonderful. She’s very easy to talk to, is compassionate and really cares.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Doctor Placido is what a doctor should be. She is kind, incredibly compassionate toward her patients, and provides amazing care. We will miss you, Kate! ❤️
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Willing to offer and provide pain relief whenever possible
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Listens to the patient, she's kind and gentle. Always considers patients comfort and feelings.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Katherine is absolutely the best.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Always a pleasure, very professional and courteous.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
She really understands how the patient is feeling the pain that one has I would like her to be my physician any day as a woman physician she could understand what pain I was having and she new what could help and try to make my pain stop a little bit so so helpful thank you
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very through and answers all questions
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Kate is one of the BEST! She actively listens, cares and truly wants to help. She is one of my favorite providers to see given the circumstances. I refer others to her whenever someone’s in need of a rheumatologist because she’s that good!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Knowledgeable and professional!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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Katherine Placido, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree at Kent State University and obtained her Master of Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University in Glendale AZ in 2009. She spent five years practicing rheumatology with AARA before briefly relocating to the Midwest and deciding to make Arizona her home again. In her free time, she enjoys running and hiking as well as boating and camping with her family.
Kate is wonderful. She’s very easy to talk to, is compassionate and really cares.
Doctor Placido is what a doctor should be. She is kind, incredibly compassionate toward her patients, and provides amazing care. We will miss you, Kate! ❤️
Willing to offer and provide pain relief whenever possible
Listens to the patient, she's kind and gentle. Always considers patients comfort and feelings.
Katherine is absolutely the best.
Always a pleasure, very professional and courteous.
She really understands how the patient is feeling the pain that one has I would like her to be my physician any day as a woman physician she could understand what pain I was having and she new what could help and try to make my pain stop a little bit so so helpful thank you
Very through and answers all questions
Kate is one of the BEST! She actively listens, cares and truly wants to help. She is one of my favorite providers to see given the circumstances. I refer others to her whenever someone’s in need of a rheumatologist because she’s that good!
Knowledgeable and professional!