Dr. Kanchan M. Pema M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4801 Alberta Ave El Paso TX, 79905About
Dr. Kanchan Pema is a rheumatologist practicing in El Paso, TX. Dr. Pema 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. Pema 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 of Natal, Fac of Med, Congella, So Africa 1978
University of Kwazulu-Natal/Faculty of Medicine 1978
University of Kwazulu-Natal College of Health Sciences 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
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