Dr. Cristina Gale Arriens MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
825 NE 13TH ST OKLAHOMA CITY OK, 73104About
Dr. Cristina Arriens is a rheumatologist practicing in OKLAHOMA CITY, OK. Dr. Arriens 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. Arriens 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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