Dr. Karen I Salomon-escoto M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
119 Belmont St Memorial Campus, Div Worcester MA, 01605About
Dr. Karen Salomon-escoto is a rheumatologist practicing in Worcester, MA. Dr. Salomon-escoto 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. Salomon-escoto 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
Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena (Unphu) 2001
National University of Pedro Henriquez Urena / School of Medicine
Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Awards
- 2010 Univ of Massachusetts Dept. of Medicine Faculty Recognition Award
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
- Tendonitis
Professional Memberships
- Member UMass Memorial Medical Group
Fellowships
- UMass Memorial Medical Center - UMass Graduate Medical Education (Rheumatology)
- UMass Memorial Medical Center, Fellow:Rheumatology 2006
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