Dr. Robert E Boyd MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3 Richland Medical Park Suite 240 Columbia SC, 29203About
Dr. Robert Boyd is a rheumatologist practicing in Columbia, SC. Dr. Boyd 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. Boyd 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
Wv Univ Sch of Med, Morgantown Wv 1978
West Virginia University School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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