Dr. Pedram Taher M.D
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1510 4th St Suite 1 Berkeley CA, 94710About
Dr. Pedram Taher is a rheumatologist practicing in Berkeley, CA. Dr. Taher 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. Taher treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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