Dr. Gregory Clark Borstad MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1501 NE Medical Center Dr Bend OR, 97701About
Dr. Gregory Borstad is a rheumatologist practicing in Bend, OR. Dr. Borstad 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. Borstad 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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