Dr. Lester E Mertz M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
13400 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale AZ, 85259About
Dr. Lester Mertz is a rheumatologist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Mertz specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Mertz treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1981
Medical College of Wisconsin 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Scleroderma
- Pain
- Dermatomyositis
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