Dr. Christopher Raymond Phillips M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
225 Medical Center Dr Suite 206 Paducah KY, 42003About
Dr. Christopher Phillips is a rheumatologist practicing in Paducah, KY. Dr. Phillips 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. Phillips 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
University of South Carolina School of Medicine 2005
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Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pain
- Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Billy Dean Bailey MD125 Augusta Ave Paducah KY 42003
- Dr. Cara Hammonds MD225 MEDICAL CENTER DR PADUCAH KY 42003