Neha Bhanusali, M.D.

Biography

Dr. Neha Bhanusali is an integrative rheumatologist who emphasizes the transformative power of lifestyle medicine—nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, and social connection—in enhancing patient outcomes and well-being. She is culinary medicine faculty with the College of Medicine, where she teaches in the elective, and regularly gives talks and lectures across the country.

Her research encompasses diverse topics, including the role of yoga in managing myositis, the potential anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin in arthritis, and the impact of dairy on arthritis-related inflammation. Dr. Bhanusali has published numerous peer-reviewed papers in rheumatology and lifestyle medicine, contributing to a broader understanding of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

Education

Dr. Bhanusali holds triple board certifications in Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Bhanusali’s academic journey includes earning her medical degree followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at Mount Sinai West in New York. She further honed her skills through a fellowship in Rheumatology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, solidifying her foundation in the field.

Background

Before joining UCF Health, Dr. Bhanusali served as an Assistant Professor of Immunology, Allergy, and Rheumatology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. As an Associate Professor of Medicine at the UCF College of Medicine, Dr. Bhanusali continues to impart her wealth of knowledge to medical students, residents and fellows fostering a new generation of compassionate and well-informed healthcare providers. 

Dr. Bhanusali is an active member of the American College of Rheumatology, highlighting her dedication to staying abreast of the latest advancements in her field. Beyond her clinical and academic pursuits, she has demonstrated a humanitarian spirit by traveling around the world as a medical volunteer, contributing to global health initiatives.