Dr. Peggy A Sheldon MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
801 Broadway N Fargo ND, 58102About
Dr. Peggy Sheldon is a rheumatologist practicing in Fargo, ND. Dr. Sheldon 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. Sheldon 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 North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
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