Dr. Peter James Weis M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Ms 113 La Jolla CA, 92037About
Dr. Peter Weis is a rheumatologist practicing in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Weis 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. Weis 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
Creighton University School of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Osteoporosis
- Trigger Finger
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
Fellowships
- Scripps Clinic 2001
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