Dr. Jay Brent Higgs MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2200 Bergquist Dr Attn: Credentials (c Lackland TX, 78236About
Dr. Jay Higgs is a rheumatologist practicing in Lackland, TX. Dr. Higgs 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. Higgs 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
University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 1980
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Synovial haemangioma presenting as a recurrent monoarticular haemarthrosis.
- Non-popliteal synovial rupture.
- Occult knee effusions in the intensive care environment identified by ultrasound: a new third space?
- Evolution of musculoskeletal ultrasound in the United States: implementation and practice in rheumatology.
- Ultrasound Features of the Posterior Tibialis Tendon and Peroneus Brevis Tendon Entheses: Comparison Study Between Healthy Adults and Those With Inflammatory Arthritis.
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of Psoriatic Dactylitis Revealing Flexor Tenosynovitis.
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