Tonya Raylynn Baker M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4707 Papermill Dr Suite 200 Knoxville TN, 37909About
Dr. Tonya Baker is a rheumatologist practicing in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Baker 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. Baker 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
American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine 2010
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
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Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Scleroderma
- Pain
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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