• Rheumatology Services

• American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - General
• American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology

• English

University of Medicine and Bioscience Kansas City

UC Irvine Medical CenterInternal Medicine

UC Irvine Medical CenterRheumatology

• Assistant Professor — Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, UCI School of Medicine

Dr. Nicole Ridolfi is a board-certified UCI Health rheumatologist who specializes in the care and treatment of patients with autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, myositis and osteoarthritis.

She earned her medical degree at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. She completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in rheumatology, both at UCI School of Medicine.

Ridolfi's research interests include participation in clinical trials to assess the efficacy of medications in the treatment of lupus as well as the evaluation of cardiovascular risks among patients with psoriatic arthritis. 

Skilled in diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound guided procedures, she offers a range of treatment options, including pharmacological therapies, injections and lifestyle modification. She is dedicated to providing excellent patient care while also pursuing her passion for teaching the next generation of physicians.  

She sees patients in Irvine and Newport Beach.

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