Dr. Chathura Sankalpa Wijewardena M.D
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
617 23RD ST STE 6 ASHLAND KY, 41101About
Dr. Chathura Wijewardena is a rheumatologist practicing in ASHLAND, KY. Dr. Wijewardena 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. Wijewardena 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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