Dr. Louie E Tsiktsiris MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1710 S 17th St Wilmington NC, 28401About
Dr. Louie Tsiktsiris is a rheumatologist practicing in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Tsiktsiris 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. Tsiktsiris 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 Ottawa- Fac Of Med- Ottawa- Ont- Canada 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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