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Anita Dhanrajani

Anita Dhanrajani, MD

Pediatric Rheumatology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Children 0-11
  • Teens 12-17

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Anita Dhanrajani

I am a pediatric rheumatologist at Manning Family Children's and serve as the service line chief for pediatric rhuematology. I specialize in childhood lupus and participate in several research studies for outcomes in lupus. I am the director of the Lupus Clinic conducted with the nephrology department and co-direct the Skin and Joint Clinic with dermatology. 

I became a doctor because my mother is a doctor and I was always inspired by her growing up. I knew a lot of names of diseases and medicines even when I was five years old. I guess it was natural that I would navigate to a career in healthcare. Although I have no kids of my own, I always attempt to think what I would want if a given patient was my own child. It is sort of a litmus test for me and I believe that in addition to my years of training and expertise, this sort of empathy makes me connect with my patients more.

My little something extra

I love animals and have six of my own, but also foster for Zeus' animal rescue. I have a very large soft spot for rescue animals and love connecting with my patients about their pet animals.

Insurances Accepted

Locations

  1. Rheumatology - Children's Hospital Main Campus
  2. Lupus - Children's Hospital Main Campus
  3. Skin & Joint - Children's Hospital Main Campus

Expertise

Education

  • Graduate School: University of Toronto, 2020
  • Fellowship: Hospital for Sick Children, 2019
  • Fellowship: Hospital for Sick Children, 2017
  • Fellowship: University of British Columbia, 2016
  • Residency: Lokmanya Tilak Medical College- Maharashtra University of health Sciences, 2009
  • Medical Education: Terna Medical College - Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, 2004

Insurance

Please contact the doctor's office directly to confirm acceptance of insurance.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

96 ratings, 17 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Dr. D was amazing with my daughter as you're always very helpful with everything and every appointment. Thank you so much. We appreciate you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    She is absolutely wonderful, kind, caring, thorough, thoughtful, and a little silly, which we enjoyed, but also very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Dr. D is an invaluable member of my complex child's care team. She never fails to go above and beyond to help in every aspect. 10 out of 10 recommend her for any care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    They are a great provider. Every time you go in there, they greet us. They're very nice. They're helpful. I really appreciate them. My daughter had a big old difference when you gave her the medicine she needed, and they've been helpful since we've been seeing them. They're very beautiful people. They greet you. Yeah, they're respectful. I love them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    All the staff was super friendly. The doctor was very friendly, caring, and very informative. We did love all the staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    I appreciate the humanity with which they treat the child patients and the parents who accompany them to each medical appointment; that makes for a better time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr. Dhanrajani has been amazing. My daughter has the same disorder that I have in rheumatology. My rheumatologist, we were unable to find a doctor for her for a very long time. My rheumatologist took a look at her and saw what she was dealing with, contacted Dr. Dhanrajani. We were looking at a year out before a visit and he told her what was going on. We were in there the very next month. Since then, she has been incredible. I would not recommend anyone else for pediatric rheumatology. She is the best I've ever seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Very great comment about all 2 Doctors we visited with. We thank them both. My Grandchild has an extremely Rare Case.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Everyone was amazing. From the front desk to the doc to the lab workers and the X-ray tech top notch service! We love it there

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr. Dhanrajani answered all of our questions. She was very thorough in our treatment and gave great suggestions for the future. We will definitely be visiting her again and would recommend her to anyone with any type of pediatric rheumatology issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    She had great patient interaction.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr. D and her staff are very caring, knowledgeable, and professional!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    She was great. Very thorough and personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr. Dhanrajani and her team were amazing! She treated my child like they were her own, getting on the floor with them, even taking them to the fish tank while we finished up paperwork. I was able to get answers from Dr. D that four other doctors couldn't give me. I know we got lucky on our first visit, but I'm thankful her AND her PA could diagnose us quickly. She was very informative and gave us research for us to read on our own. All around we had a great experience with Dr. D!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    Professional, willing to listen and answer questions on patient level.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    She is fantastic. She is very thorough and she always listens to the caregivers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    We love Dr. Anita Dhanrajani! She takes great care of our daughter and listens to all of our needs. She explains everything well and takes great pride in the treatment of our daughter. We are so pleased we found Dr. Dhanrajani!