Dr. Gim Teng MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
619 19th St S Birmingham AL, 35249About
Dr. Gim Teng is a rheumatologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Teng 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. Teng 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
Fac of Medicine Natl Univ of Singapore MD
Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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