Dr. Alan Glenn Stern MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
9600 Patterson Ave Henrico VA, 23229About
Dr. Alan Stern is a rheumatologist practicing in Henrico, VA. Dr. Stern 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. Stern 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
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University 1997
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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