Dr. Dr. Catherine Kowal, MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1855 Veterans Park Dr Suite 102 Naples FL, 34109About
Dr. Catherine Kowal is a rheumatologist practicing in Naples, FL. Dr. Kowal 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. Kowal 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
American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine MD
American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine 1985
American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine 1985
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Lupus
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Eric J Hochman MD1280 Creekside Naples FL 34109
- Dr. Peter John Jaffe D.O.1865 Veterans Park Dr Naples FL 34109