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Dr. Loretta L. Baca M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Loretta L. Baca M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(20)
302 S Jeffers St North Platte NE, 69101
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Loretta Baca is a rheumatologist practicing in North Platte, NE. Dr. Baca 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. Baca 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 Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1984

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 33 years of experience

Dr. Loretta L. Baca M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 302 S Jeffers St

302 S Jeffers St -
North Platte, NE 69101
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New patients: 303-764-2250, 308-534-6687
Fax: 308-534-1874

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Patient Experience with Dr. Baca


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Dr. Loretta L. Baca M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 20 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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