Dr. Paul Alan Gertler M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Suite 226 Ellicott City MD, 21042About
Dr. Paul Gertler is a rheumatologist practicing in Ellicott City, MD. Dr. Gertler 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. Gertler 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
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1978
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
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