Dr. Michael Egan M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
535 Faunce Corner North Dartmouth MA, 02747Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Michael Egan is a rheumatologist practicing in North Dartmouth, MA. Dr. Egan 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. Egan 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 Washington School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Rheumatic Diseases, Arthritis, Musculoskeletal Problems
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Crohn's Disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
Fellowships
- University Hospital, Boston, Fellow:Rheumatology 1978
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