Dr. Kirkwood Alexander Johnston MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2727 W Holcombe Blvd Houston TX, 77025About
Dr. Kirkwood Johnston is a rheumatologist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Johnston 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. Johnston 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
Univ Coll of Cork, Nat'l Univ of Ireland, Cork MD 1996
University College Cork School of Medicine 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Trigger Finger
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
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