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Dr. Desmond Anim-appiah MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(10)
500 W Fort St Va Medical Center Boise ID, 83702
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About

Dr. Desmond Anim-appiah is a rheumatologist practicing in Boise, ID. Dr. Anim-appiah 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. Anim-appiah 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 Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry 2006

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 30 years of experience

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • High Cholesterol
  • Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Heart Disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. Desmond Anim-appiah MD's Practice location

Practice At 500 W Fort St Va Medical Center

500 W Fort St Va Medical Center -
Boise, ID 83702
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New patients: 208-422-1325
Fax: 208-422-1319

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Patient Experience with Dr. Anim-appiah


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Dr. Desmond Anim-appiah MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 10 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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