Dr. Ruth Chan DO
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
450 Stanyan St San Francisco CA, 94117About
Dr. Ruth Chan is a rheumatologist practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Chan 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. Chan 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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