Dr. Phyllis Patricia Birkel MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1000 W University Dr 314 Rochester MI, 48307About
Dr. Phyllis Birkel is a rheumatologist practicing in Rochester, MI. Dr. Birkel 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. Birkel 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1979
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1979
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Treatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Pain
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