Dr. Bernard F Wittkamp MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
8710 Choctaw Rd Suite E4 Richmond VA, 23235About
Dr. Bernard Wittkamp is a rheumatologist practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Wittkamp 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. Wittkamp treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1956
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1956
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1956
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