Ernest Vina, MD

4.4183 ratings

Rheumatology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

Teenagers
Adults
Geriatrics

Languages

Tagalog
English

Provider Gender

Male

About Ernest Vina and Banner Safety Practices

Care Philosophy

I seek to bring accessible, expert care to each of my patients.

Specializing In

General Rheumatology
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Lupus
Vasculitis
Gout
Psoriatic Arthritis

Interests & Activities

I enjoy hiking and spending time with friends and family.

All Banner facilities are pleased to provide interpretation services to our patients and their companions for no charge - just ask when you arrive.

Hospital Affiliations

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Banner - University Medical Center South

Expertise

Education

Fellowship: University of Chicago Medicine, Research, 2011
Fellowship: University of Chicago Medicine, Rheumatology, 2010
Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Research, 2008
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Imaging, Internal Medicine, 2007
Internship: Cedars-Sinai Imaging, Internal Medicine, 2005
Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine/Science, 2004

Board Certifications

Rheumatology: American Board of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology, 2007

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Locations

Banner - University Medicine Clinic South
- 2800 East Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713
- Phone: 520-874-2778
- Fax: 520-694-0635

Testimonials

4.4 out of 5.0

183 ratings

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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/18/2026
Drs Vina and Howard are knowledgeable and dedicated to their profession. In addition they were personable, supportive and patient when questions were asked about my health and manner of treatment.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/7/2026
Dr vina is awesome! Have been going to him for years and he's always on top of my care needs
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 3/24/2026
This nurse was exceptional . She took time to listen and had such a positive attitude! It was the best experience I've had with any provider lately!!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/16/2026
This was my first appointment with Dr. Benjamin Maglajac, and he made me feel like we have known each other for decades! He's a keeper!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/6/2025
Me escucho y busco artenativa para mi med ya q plan no lo cubre
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/9/2025
He listens to you and is a very good advocate.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/25/2025
He is knowledgeable about my condition
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/19/2025
Professional and friendly
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/17/2025
Professional, courteous, knowledgeable, kind, and easy to talk with. Dr. Vina has always been at the top of his game.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/9/2024
Very professional
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/18/2024
Very personal
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 7/18/2024
Prompt ,efficient , listens well, Easy to communicate with.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/11/2024
Dr. Vina takes his time talking to me about my problems and pays very close attention to what I have a say.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr. Vina and staff are amazing.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/4/2024
He is very caring.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/12/2023
He seems genuinely interested in my case.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/7/2023
Caring thoughtful thorough physician.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/8/2023
Kind, friendly, informative, felt like he cared about my health.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/18/2023
He is the very best!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/19/2021
There is no finer physician than Dr Vina. He is kind, caring and compassionate. He is also a well learned doctor who finds the answers and addresses them.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/27/2020
Dr. Vina conducted very thorough inquiry into my health. On time call to me.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/10/2020
Great doctors, great staff, all in one service.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/15/2020
Dr visits have always been a positive experience
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/28/2020
I was able to do a phone visit with Dr Vina due to safety concerns about the coronavirus.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/5/2026
Always outstanding Doctor and his staff!
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 5/24/2025
He review previous lab results and physically check my joints for any pain. He recommended the frequency of my medicines to less dosage which I agree. He ordered more labs in order to check my vitamin D level . Dr. Vina was informative and spent time with my concerns.