Dr. Timothy Shaver MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2450 N Woodlawn St Wichita KS, 67220About
Dr. Timothy Shaver is a rheumatologist practicing in Wichita, Kansas. Dr. Shaver 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. Shaver 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
University of Kansas
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1989
University of Pennsylvania, PA 1989
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Teaches Residents, Organizes Sports at Symposiums -
Awards
- RA Nelson Quality of Life Award, 2012
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Achilles Tendinitis
Fellowships
- University of Oklahoma Health Sciences 1994
Internships
- University of Oklahoma
Fellowships
- University of Oklahoma
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Rheumatologists, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- His Christian Principles
Hobbies / Sports
- Long Distance Running, guitar
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