Dr. Kate Lawrence Mitchell MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
120 WILLIAM PENN PLZ DURHAM NC, 27704About
Dr. Kate Mitchell is a rheumatologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell 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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UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED 2004
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