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Dr. Christopher J Ronkar MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

5/5(17)
8421 Plum Dr Urbandale IA, 50322
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Dr. Christopher Ronkar is a rheumatologist practicing in Urbandale, IA. Dr. Ronkar 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. Ronkar 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 Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1996

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 21 years of experience

Dr. Christopher J Ronkar MD's Practice location

Practice At 8421 Plum Dr

8421 Plum Dr -
Urbandale, IA 50322
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Dr. Christopher J Ronkar MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 17 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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