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Dr. John L. Harshbarger M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. John L. Harshbarger M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(21)
1710 S. 17th St. Wilmington NC, 28401
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About

Dr. John Harshbarger is a rheumatologist practicing in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Harshbarger 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. Harshbarger 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

Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1980

Temple University School of Medicine 1980

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1983

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 37 years of experience

Awards

  • Graduation with Honors, Temple University School of Medicine 1980  
  • Alpha Omega Alpha, Temple University School of Medicine 1980  

Treatments

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Pain

Professional Memberships

  • Member American College of Physcians 
  • Member American College of Rheumatology 
  • Member North Carolina Medical Society 
  • Member New Hanover-Pender County Medical Society 

Fellowships

  • University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill   
  • University of NC at Chapel Hill, Rheumatology, NC, USA    1985

Dr. John L. Harshbarger M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1710 S. 17th St.

1710 S. 17th St. -
Wilmington, NC 28401
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New patients: 910-762-1182
Fax: 910-332-1111, 910-762-1291

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Patient Experience with Dr. Harshbarger


3.0

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Dr. John L. Harshbarger M.D. has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 21 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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