Dr. Megan A Shaw MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1959 NE Pacific St Seattle WA, 98195About
Dr. Megan Shaw is a rheumatologist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw 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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