South Texas Arthritis Care Center

I am incredibly grateful for the wonderful team at STACC, especially Samantha. A little over a year ago, I was in severe pain and had no idea what was wrong. I went from feeling completely normal to barely being able to walk, relying on a cane or walker for support. After just my first appointment, I already felt so much better. Samantha took the time to thoroughly explain what was happening in my body and carefully reviewed my results with me. She was compassionate, patient, and truly understanding throughout the entire process.

E Ugarte · February 26th, 2026

I am endlessly grateful for Dr. Pineda and the incredible staff who support her. For the past 14 years, this team has provided care that goes far beyond medical expertise. They are compassionate, attentive, and truly life‑changing. Dr. Pineda has saved my life twice during that time, and there are no words strong enough to express what that means to me. Dr. Pineda is the kind of physician everyone hopes to find: knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely invested in her patients’ well‑being. She listens with patience, explains with clarity, and treats with a level of dedication that inspires confidence and comfort. The staff deserves just as much recognition. They are warm, organized, and consistently go above and beyond to make every visit smooth and stress‑free. From scheduling to follow‑ups, they create an environment where you feel supported and cared for at every step. If you’re searching for a rheumatology team that combines exceptional medical skill with genuine human kindness, Dr. Pineda and her staff are unmatched. I’m profoundly thankful for everything they’ve done. They made an extraordinary difference in my life. I’m able to play with my grandbabies because of them.

James Aldous · January 19th, 2026

Took my mom with RA for her new patient appointment and we were very impressed! Minimal waiting time in the waiting room, then we spent a good hour talking with the providers about her health and any issues she had been having which was lovely. The staff was friendly and helpful and they had a great phlebotomist. NP Siriluk took great care of us and created a treatment plan toether with Dr. Pineda for my mom's RA. We are excited we found this practice!

Jessica Tirado · June 16th, 2025