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Dr. Karen James MD

Rheumatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Rheumatology

3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD PHILADELPHIA PA, 19104

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Dr. Karen James practices Pediatric Rheumatology in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Pediatric rheumatologists treat child patients who suffer from pain in the musculoskeletal system, have symptoms of arthritis, or an autoimmune disorder. Dr. James evaluates and treats a variety of joint, muscle, and bone disorders; including autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Kawasaki disease, post-infectious arthritis, chronic vasculitis, and inflammatory disorders of the muscle, eye, or other organs. Dr. James also is trained in the evaluation of prolonged fever, unexplained complaints of chronic musculoskeletal pain, weakness, poor appetite, fatigue, and/or loss of function or skills.

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3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD -
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
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