Jacob Andrew Meindertsma MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1215 LEE ST CHARLOTTESVILLE VA, 22908About
Dr. Jacob Meindertsma is a rheumatologist practicing in CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. Dr. Meindertsma 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. Meindertsma 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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