Dr. William P Blocker M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4160 Holiday St Nw Canton OH, 44718About
Dr. William Blocker is a rheumatologist practicing in Canton, OH. Dr. Blocker 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. Blocker 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
Wv Univ Sch of Med, Morgantown Wv 1975
Board Certification
Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationABPMR
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Electronic medical records and social benefit records: issues of standardization and confidentiality.
- The silent secret to health care reform: information.
- Maintaining functional independence by mobilizing the aged.
- How to help your patient choose the right wheelchair.
- Physical medicine and rehabilitation service, 50th anniversary (1917-1967).
- Pulmonary exercises in chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases.
- Fathoming facial nerve palsies.
- Obesity: evaluation and treatment.
- Physical activities: teaming up patients and programs.
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