Dr. Prabodh Kumari Kapila M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
201 Nw 82nd Ave Suite 303 Fort Lauderdale FL, 33324Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Prabodh Kapila is a rheumatologist practicing in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Kapila 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. Kapila 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 Nairobi, Coll of Hlth Sci, Nairobi, Kenya 1977
University of Nairobi School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow
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