Dr. Maura J Kennedy MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
832 Princeton Ave Sw Birmingham AL, 35211Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Maura Kennedy is a rheumatologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy 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
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1984
Tufts University School of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Neuropathy
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Tendonitis
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
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Practice At 832 Princeton Ave Sw
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