Catherine B. Driver, MD
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- Mission Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Jude Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
Mission Heritage Mission Viejo - Rheumatology
26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 151, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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- United Healthcare PPO
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About Catherine B. Driver
Dr. Driver received a B.A. in Chemistry from Dartmouth College. She graduated cum laude from medical school at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA.
She then completed her Internal Medicine residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and subsequently a fellowship in rheumatology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
During her fellowship, in addition to clinical training, she was involved in clinical research on systemic lupus erythematosus, and authored several papers on lupus and the use of biologic medications.
Dr. Driver is a member of the American College of Rheumatology and the American College of Physicians. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Driver treats patients with arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, with specific interest in rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.
Dr. Driver joined Mission Internal Medical Group in August, 2007
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology
- National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, Internal Medicine
26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 151
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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Community Reviews
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Always very pleasant and spends a good amount of time talking about things
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Dr Driver is a kind, compassionate and very competent doctor.
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Dr. Driver is an excellent outstanding knowledgeable doctor
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Dr. Driver has been my physician for 20 years. She's a perfect doctor and I would never change physicians.
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It was extremely difficult to get an initial appointment with Dr Driver. In fact, I waited over 6 months. However I'm glad I did. I feel confident that the advice she's giving me is correct. My folllow up visits have been easy to schedule.
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Extremely knowlegable and caring
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One of the best physicians I have ever had.
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Dr Driver is always well informed and provides detailed information.
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Great communication, anticipates needs
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Dr. driver is always there always cares gets me and she's the best. I recommend her to anyone that needs a good rheumatoid arthritis Dr. as well.
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Dr. Catherine Driver is an excellent, caring and thorough doctor. She listens, understands and does a thoughtful examination. I truly appreciate her smile and her professionalism.
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Awesome
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Dr. Driver is amazing. I've seen her for many years and is always so patient. I always feel like I am the only patients she is seeing that day, although I know that is not the case!
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She's one of the best providers you have. She's extremely knowledgeable and very attentive and caring about her patients.
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I always have a great experience at Dr Driver's office
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I'm definitely satisfied
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Every thing is fine
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I've been with dr driver for over 13 years and she has always listened to me and together we have made my plan together. She is fantastic.
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Dr. Driver is the best. Kind, attentive and knowledgable.
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All were extremely professional and courteous
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Dr. Driver is the best and wonderful at listening and helping out.
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Dr Driver is exactly the rheumatoid specialist I was looking for in Orange County. See listens!!!
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On one of the questions I stated that I was never contacted about bloodwork results - that is because Dr. Driver explains them to me when I have my appointment. I like it that way.
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Very Knowledgeable, empathetic and supportive. The Best
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Dr. Driver is the most incredible doctor. She's kind considerate, extremely knowledgeable and I trust her explicitly.
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Dr Driver is a caring and compassionate doctor
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I love Dr. Driver and wish I could send folks her way but she's not accepting new patients.
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Dr Driver continues to monitor my arthritis and work with me to establish the best plan to manage the pain as well as my blood condition.
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Care provider listens to what I have to say
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I thought Dr.Driver was very caring and composed. She is very committed to her patients in helping them deal with complex health issues. I give her a 10+.
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Dr Driver is all ways concerned about my health and listens to me. Very nice and professional. Wonderful Doctor.
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It was all good. Didn't wait long and Dr Driver answered my questions
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Dr. Driver was very responsive, knowledgable, thorough and professional. Dr. Driver addressed all my concerns and came up with an effective treatment plan.
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I am thankful for the care Dr. Driver provides me.
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Doctor driver Catherine she was excellent. She listened to me. She's an excellent doctor and I will use her again until all my friends about her. If they need to see a rheumatologist even the office staff are wonderful. The only thing that I find is that I had to wait three months to see Dr. driver and during those three months, I waited patiently, but she was worth the weight. she is excellent what she does and she has compassion for people. You're very lucky to have her for one of your doctors sincerely, [Name(s)]
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Dr. Catherine driver is caring professional
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Dr. Driver is always very thorough by going over test results, my medications and any questions I have. Always a comfortable visit!
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Dr. Driver is a great doctor. I appreciate the extra distance she went on my behalf.
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EVERYTHING WAS FINE!
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I often feel like the provider doesn't really understand my condition and symptoms.
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Dr Driver is emphatic knowledgeable and caring
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Dr.Driver is an excellent clinician. I feel very fortunate to see her.
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I have always had deep respect for Doctor Catherine Driver. She is knowledgeable, calm, straightforward and always prepared regarding my physical issues. She is kind, answers all questions clearly and patiently. Doctor Driver is a top notch doctor regarding every question asked on this survey and much more, without exception.
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Dr Driver listens thoroughly, provides great suggestions to manage my chronic conditions & always knows my history & prior medical. Very impressed & grateful for her excellent care!
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Dr Driver is an excellent doctor. She is professional and thorough.
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Dr. Driver is an incredible physician!
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Dr Driver and her staff are terrific.
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Dr Driver is the best doctor I've ever had
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I waited less than 5min after checking in. The staff is pleasant as is Dr Driver.
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I have been seeing Dr. Driver since 2018 and she & her staff have always been amazing to work with.
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I appreciate Dr. Driver-she is caring, knowledgeable, and a good listener.
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Dr. Catherine Driver is one of my favorite. She has cared for me many years and I am grateful to have her on my medical team
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Dr.Driver answered all my questions, confirmed I understood and was extremely courteous.
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Dr. Driver is always thorough and explains all my bloodwork issues with me completely, as well as my physical issues
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My experience with Dr Driver is always above reproach. The sa.e applies to office staff
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Dr Driver is very knowledgeable and helps me greatly.
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Dr. Driver is the most compassionate, helpful, knowledgeable, and patient doctor!!!
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Dr Driver and her staff are very nice and helpful
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Dr. Driver and her staff are always respectful, attentive, professional and friendly
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I always receive kind, personable and professional care from Dr. Driver.
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Dr Driver found my problem when no could best Dr ever
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Dr. Driver always takes her time going over my blood work and explaing the results. She also discusses my overall health, as well as offering me other possibilities for treatment.
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Dr. Driver gave me all the time I needed to ask questions about my condition without ever seeming rushed. Her answers were very thoughtful and easy to understand. I have confidence in her advice.
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I really respect Dr. Drivers opinion. She helped me with an issue our side of rheumatology that I was grateful for. I love the fact that she is now coming to the San Clemente facility. The parking is wonderful and it saves me 35 minutes of driving. I would like to see here another day or more. If possible
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Dr. Catherine Driver is an excellent doctor & has concerns about your pain and treats you with tremendous respect
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Dr. Driver is the best! I really appreciate her excellent care.
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I have been seeing Dr. Driver for many years and have always felt she give me very good care and feedback concerning my problems and challenges with my Arthritis.
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I'm thankful for the care I receive from Dr. Driver and her team.
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I have been Dr Driver's patient for over 20 + years. Excellent patient/ Dr relationship.
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Excellent communicator, so professional and extremely courteous.
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Dr Driver is honest, knowledgeable & down to earth. She feels like a partner in improving my health. The office team is kind & professional
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Dr Driver provides me with excellent care. She has a wonderful bedside manner and is extremely thorough. I always feel seen and heard at every visit. She is an excellent doctor and definitely one of my favorites. I really appreciate having her as my doctor.
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Dr Driver came highly recommended when my previous Rhumy retired. I want a doctor that tells things to me straight, Dr Driver does this while being emphatic, listens, expert advice, and so much more!
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Dr Driver is very caring. I really like the new location in San Clemente
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De Driver is the best!
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Dr Driver is excellent.
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Dr.Catherine Driver is a fantastic Rheumatologist. She has her records ready asks all the right questions, gives results of tests, follows up with other test requests If necessary, explains everything I would care to know and more. She Is very kind and Is the best person on my medical team. She really cares and never seems to purposely rush through my exam time whether 15 minutes or 30 minutes. I am blessed she Is my doctor as is the Providence Group.
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Dr Driver is a wonderful doctor she takes time to listen and explain everything.
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Always prompt, knowledgeable and attentive, very pleasant and helpful
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I always receive excellent attention and care, including follow up commitments.
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Dr Driver and her staff are punctual, helpful, and always goes above and beyond to make sure my health is a priority.
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Always a good experience. Dr. Driver has been my Rheumatologist treating my conditions for a long time. I recommend her highly.
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Dr Driver and her staff are wonderful.
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Dr. Driver always goes over my labs, meds and health. She is aware of my needs, asks If I have questions, discusses labs and Prolia visits and stays ahead of other appointments I may need from this field of care. She is an excellent doctor, truly cares about me. I am so grateful to her, she is the best Rheumatologist ever!
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Dr. Driver listened to my concerns and provided very clear answers to all my questions. I felt very heard and confident with her recommendations.
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I am grateful to have Dr. Driver help me navigate several serious autoimmune issues which have been diagnosed late in life. She always listens to my concerns and understands my frustrations. Thank you, Dr. Driver.
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Dr Driver is excellent - caring, listens well, great wisdom & problem solver & communicator. I feel fortunate to have her on my care team.
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Of all of my care providers, Dr. Driver goes above and beyond to consistently offer me great and thorough care. She has become my most trusted doctor. I have been a client for almost 20 years, and have been very fortunate to have this one consistency amongst my doctors...
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Dr Driver is fantastic. I love her. I've been going to her for 15 years and I'm never gonna stop. She's the best doctor you have in that office.
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She's outstanding
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Conditions and Procedures
- Acute Arthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Arthritis
- Arthritis Of Multiple Joints
- Arthropathy
- Biologic Therapy For Rheumatologic Diseases
- Bursitis
- Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Cts)
- Crest
- Crystalline Arthritis
- Dermatomyositis
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
- Enthesitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Gout
- Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis
- Inflammatory Polyarthropathy
- Joint Injection
- Maternal Collagen Vascular Disorder
- Maternal Lupus
- Microscopic Polyangiitis
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Myositis
- Neuropathic Arthritis
- Non Surgical Management Of Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyositis
- Post Infectious Arthritis
- Pseudogout
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Pulmonary Sarcoidosis
- Raynaud's Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sarcoidosis
- Scleroderma
- Septic Arthritis
- Sicca Syndrome
- Sjogrens
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Vasculitis
- Virtual Care
Dr. Driver is knowledgeable and listens carefully. She's an incredible doctor!
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