Comprehensive approach
Treatments tailored to your condition
Dedicated to compassionate, comprehensive care, our team is here to lead you to wellness. We work with our patients on an individualized scale in order to accurately assess the problem and provide reliable treatment.
Dr. Slavica Bobic, MD - Rheumatologist
Dr. Slavica Bobic is a distinguished, board-certified rheumatologist and internist based in St. Petersburg, Florida, with over 15 years of specialized experience. She is affiliated with HCA Florida Northside Hospital, where she provides exceptional care to her patients.
Dr. Bobic is committed to a patient-centered approach, emphasizing collaborative decision-making through comprehensive communication and education. Recognizing the profound impact of rheumatic diseases, she dedicates her full attention to each patient, ensuring personalized and compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
Outside of her practice, Dr. Bobic values quality time with her children, family, and friends, fostering a balanced and fulfilling life..
Board Certification:
- Rheumatology
- Internal Medicine
Conditions Treated:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Gout
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
Education:
- Rheumatology Fellowship - New York Medical College - Westchester Medical Center
- Internal Medicine Residency - Weill Cornell Medical College - Lincoln Hospital
- Medical School - University of Belgrade
Hospital Affiliations:
- HCA Florida Northside Hospital
Professional Affiliations:
- Florida Society of Rheumatology
- The Institute for Functional Medicine
- American College of Rheumatology
- American Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates (AARA)
Insurances Accepted:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Additional plans accepted
She serves South Tampa, St. Petersburg, Largo, Clearwater, Bradenton and surrounding areas.
Ashley Walton, MSN, APRN, FNP-C & Rheumatology Specialist
Ashley Walton is a Family Nurse Practitioner and is board certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She graduated with her bachelors in science of nursing in 2012. Then she worked as a Registered Nurse and Team Leader at Bayfront Medical Center and St. Joseph's Children's Hospital. She obtained her master's degree in 2018 and since then she has been working as a Nurse Practitioner in the Tampa Bay Area. Before joining St. Pete Arthritis & Rheumatology in 2021, she worked at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, where she was providing oncology and primary care.
During her free time, Ashley loves to spend time with her family going to the beach, biking, kayaking, and going to the local markets in St. Petersburg!
Education:
- Masters of Science of Nursing - The University of Tampa
- Bachelor of Science - University of South Florida
Professional Memberships:
- Florida Society of Rheumatology
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse (APHON)
- National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners
- Delta Beta-at-Large Chapter, Sigma Theta Tau International
Certifications:
- Botox and Filler Injection Certified- Aesthetic Medical Educators Training
- Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse (APHON)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Professional Licenses:
- Florida Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner.
- Florida Registered Nurse
Tatyana Korableva, PA-C & Rheumatology Specialist
Tatyana Korableva is a nationally certified Physician Assistant with over 12 years of experience in Rheumatology. She obtained her Master of Clinical Medical Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Barry University in St. Petersburg, FL, in 2011. Then she worked as a Rheumatology Physician Assistant at Bay Area Arthritis & Osteoporosis - Brandon and Arthritis Center - Palm Harbor.
As a Physician Assistant Tatyana provides care in all aspects of Rheumatology with special interest in Osteoporosis treatment and prevention.
Tatyana resides in Tampa with her husband and two children and enjoys spending her free time with family and friends.
Prior Work Experience:
- 2021 - 2023 - Arthritis Center - Palm Harbor, FL
- 2012 - 2021 - Bay Area Arthritis and Osteoporosis - Brandon, FL
Education:
- Master of Clinical Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies - Barry University
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science - University of South Florida
Professional Memberships:
- Florida Society of Rheumatology
- Florida Academy of Physician Assistants
- International Society for Clinical Densitometry
Certifications And Licenses:
- Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Licensed in State of Florida
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
