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Dr. Christopher T Ritchlin MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(13)
4901 Lac De Ville Blvd Bldg D Suite 240 Rochester NY, 14618
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About

Dr. Christopher Ritchlin is a rheumatologist practicing in Rochester, NY. Dr. Ritchlin 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. Ritchlin 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

Albany Medical College - Union University 1982

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Arthritis
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Lupus
  • Pain

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow American Medical Association American College of Rheumatology American College of Physicians 

Dr. Christopher T Ritchlin MD's Practice location

Practice At 4901 Lac De Ville Blvd Bldg D Suite 240

4901 Lac De Ville Blvd Bldg D Suite 240 -
Rochester, NY 14618
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Practice At 400 Red Creek Dr Suite 240

400 Red Creek Dr Suite 240 -
Rochester, NY 14623
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New patients: 585-486-0901
Fax: 585-340-5399

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Dr. Christopher T Ritchlin MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 13 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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