Dr. Robert Pastan M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3 Woodland Rd Suite 413 Stoneham MA, 02180About
Dr. Robert Pastan is a rheumatologist practicing in Stoneham, MA. Dr. Pastan 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. Pastan 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
Boston University School of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Scleroderma
- Tendonitis
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