Dr. Theodore W Rooney DO
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
8421 Plum Dr Urbandale IA, 50322About
Dr. Theodore Rooney is a rheumatologist practicing in Urbandale, IA. Dr. Rooney 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. Rooney 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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