Dr. Lennig Wilfred Chang MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2000 Washington St Suite 405 Newton Lower Falls MA, 02462About
Dr. Lennig Chang is a rheumatologist practicing in Newton Lower Falls, MA. Dr. Chang 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. Chang 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
Univ of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1964
University of California 1964
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
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