Dr. Elizabeth Leath Perkins MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2022 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr Ambulatory Care Cent Birmingham AL, 35209About
Dr. Elizabeth Perkins is a rheumatologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Perkins 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. Perkins treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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