Dr. Paula Jean Mcmurtry MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1705 E Broadway Suite 220 Columbia MO, 65201About
Dr. Paula Mcmurtry is a rheumatologist practicing in Columbia, MO. Dr. Mcmurtry 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. Mcmurtry 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
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE 1989
MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
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