Dr. Shilpa D Gaitonde MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
901 Saint Marys Dr Suite 200 Evansville IN, 47714About
Dr. Shilpa Gaitonde is a rheumatologist practicing in Evansville, IN. Dr. Gaitonde 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. Gaitonde 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
Grant Government Medical College
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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