Dr. Joseph Couri MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
120 Ne Glen Oak Ave Suite 100 Peoria IL, 61603About
Dr. Joseph Couri is a rheumatologist practicing in Peoria, IL. Dr. Couri 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. Couri 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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