Dr. Christopher Adnan Hakim MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
329 Mclaws Cir Williamsburg VA, 23185About
Dr. Christopher Hakim is a rheumatologist practicing in Williamsburg, VA. Dr. Hakim 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. Hakim 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
Univ Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma 1980
University Of Massachusetts Medical School 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Normal-pressure hydrocephalus.
- Rh antibodies in pregnancy.
- Plasma factor IX levels and oral contraception.
- Low-dosage clomiphene therapy in the treatment of infertility due to defective ovulation.
- Placental localization. A comparison of the Doppler ultrasound method with that of radioactive carbon monoxide and the gamma camera.
- Myotonia congenita in pregnancy.
- Effect of metoclopramide on diabetic neurogenic bladder.
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
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