Dr. Douglas Flagg MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1611 S Green Rd # 65 Suite 034 Cleveland OH, 44121About
Dr. Douglas Flagg is a rheumatologist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Flagg 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. Flagg 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
Med Coll of Ohio, Toledo Oh 1986
University of Toledo College of Medicine,Toledo, Oh, United States 1986
The University of Toledo College of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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