Dr. Luis Ricardo Zuniga-montes M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4511 Horizon Hill Blvd. Suite 150 San Antonio TX, 78229About
Dr. Luis Zuniga-montes is a rheumatologist practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Zuniga-montes 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. Zuniga-montes 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 Caldas Faculty of Health Sciences
Universidad de Manizales Campo de Ciencias de la Salud 1988
Provider Details
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
Fellowships
- Hospital For Special Surgery - Cornell University
- New York Presbyterian Hospital - Cornell University
- National University of Colombia
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