Dr. John Louis Brittis MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
23 Plantation Park Drive Suite 101 Bluffton SC, 29910About
Dr. John Brittis is a rheumatologist practicing in Bluffton, SC. Dr. Brittis 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. Brittis 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
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1982
New York Medical College 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
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