Ms. Kara M Martin MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
681 S Bennett St Southern Pines NC, 28387About
Dr. Kara Martin is a rheumatologist practicing in Southern Pines, NC. Dr. Martin 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. Martin 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 Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1990
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Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
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