Dr. Erol Fikrig MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
789 Howard Ave Dana Building - 3rd New Haven CT, 06519About
Dr. Erol Fikrig is a rheumatologist practicing in New Haven, CT. Dr. Fikrig 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. Fikrig 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
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University 1984
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