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Dr. Rakesh C. Patel DO

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(2)
611 Mocksville Ave Salisbury NC, 28144
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About

Dr. Rakesh Patel is a rheumatologist practicing in Salisbury, NC. Dr. Patel 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. Patel 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

Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1990

University of New England, Armidale Medicine 2005

University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine 2001

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology- 2006

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Rotator Cuff Syndrome
  • Scleroderma
  • Pain
  • Tendonitis

Fellowships

  • Univ. of Massachussetts Medical Center, Rheumatology, MA, US    2006
  • Univ. of Massachusetts Medical School    2006

Dr. Rakesh C. Patel DO's Practice location

Practice At 611 Mocksville Ave

611 Mocksville Ave -
Salisbury, NC 28144
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New patients: 704-633-7220, 704-645-8634
Fax: 704-647-0515
http://www.rowandiagnostic.com/

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Dr. Rakesh C. Patel DO has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 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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