Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
9350 Campus Point Dr Mail Code 0997 La Jolla CA, 92037About
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh is a rheumatologist practicing in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Kavanaugh 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. Kavanaugh 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
Saint Louis University, School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO Medical Degree
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA Other Degree
Professor of Medicine Medical Degree
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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