Dr. Phillip Balk M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
116 Oak Park Pl Pittsburgh PA, 15243Rating
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Dr. Phillip Balk is a rheumatologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Balk 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. Balk 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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University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1959
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