Dr. Janahn C Scalapino MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1020 29th St #270 Sacramento CA, 95816About
Dr. Janahn Scalapino is a rheumatologist practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Scalapino 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. Scalapino 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
University of California 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
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