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Dr. Robert Alan Shaw M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(46)
412 Malcolm Dr Suite 206 Westminster MD, 21157
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3/5

About

Dr. Robert Shaw is a rheumatologist practicing in Westminster, MD. Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw 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

Universite De Liege MD

Tay Nguyen Universite Ecole de Medecine 1982

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Pain

Dr. Robert Alan Shaw M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 412 Malcolm Dr Suite 206

412 Malcolm Dr Suite 206 -
Westminster, MD 21157
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New patients: 410-840-8990, 410-848-0364
Fax: 410-848-4037, 410-840-9331

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Patient Experience with Dr. Shaw


3.0

Based on 46 reviews

Dr. Robert Alan Shaw M.D. has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 46 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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