
Dr. John L. Harshbarger M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1710 S. 17th St. Wilmington NC, 28401About
Dr. John Harshbarger is a rheumatologist practicing in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Harshbarger 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. Harshbarger 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
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1980
Temple University School of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1983
Provider Details
Awards
- Graduation with Honors, Temple University School of Medicine 1980
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Temple University School of Medicine 1980
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Physcians
- Member American College of Rheumatology
- Member North Carolina Medical Society
- Member New Hanover-Pender County Medical Society
Fellowships
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill
- University of NC at Chapel Hill, Rheumatology, NC, USA 1985
Dr. John L. Harshbarger M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1710 S. 17th St.
1710 S. 17th St. -Wilmington, NC 28401Get Direction
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Nearest Hospitals
NEW HANOVER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl
2131 S 17TH ST BOX 9000 WILMINGTON NC 28402WILMINGTON TREATMENT CENTERl
2520 TROY DRIVE WILMINGTON NC 28401