Karen America Toribio
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1514 JEFFERSON HWY NEW ORLEANS LA, 70121About
Dr. Karen Toribio is a rheumatologist practicing in NEW ORLEANS, LA. Dr. Toribio 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. Toribio 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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