Dr. Steven W Baak M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3440 DE PAUL LN BRIDGETON MO, 63044About
Dr. Steven Baak is a rheumatologist practicing in Florissant, MO. Dr. Baak 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. Baak 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Fellowships
- University of Illinois Hospitals and Clinics, Program 1
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