Dr. Peter J. Coutlakis M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1401 Johnston Willis Dr Suite 1200 Richmond VA, 23235About
Dr. Peter Coutlakis is a rheumatologist practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Coutlakis 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. Coutlakis 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1994
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- A novel use of endpoint nephelometry to standardize the rate nephelometric assay of human and rat plasma apoprotein A.
- Absorption, storage, and distribution of beta-carotene in normal and beta-carotene-fed rats: roles of parenchymal and stellate cells.
- Effects of 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin on lipid synthesis and lipogenic enzymes in the rat.
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
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