Dr. Patricia Joy Papadopoulos MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
8901 Wisconsin Ave Walter Reed National Bethesda MD, 20889About
Dr. Patricia Papadopoulos is a rheumatologist practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Papadopoulos 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. Papadopoulos 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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