Dr. Douglas Conaway M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
945 82nd Pkwy Myrtle Beach SC, 29572About
Dr. Douglas Conaway is a rheumatologist practicing in Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Conaway 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. Conaway 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
Baylor College of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Lupus
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
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