
Dr. Karen S Kolba MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
607 E Plaza Dr Suite A Santa Maria CA, 93454About
Dr. Karen Kolba is a rheumatologist practicing in Santa Maria, CA. Dr. Kolba 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. Kolba treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1977
Med College Of Wisconsin 1977
Medical College of Wisconsin 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Uveitis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Pain
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Frank Eugene Scott D.O.860 OAK PARK BLVD ARROYO GRANDE CA 93420
- Dr. Deneen Cherry Dicarlo MD1510 E Main St Santa Maria CA 93454
Nearest Hospitals
MARIAN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1400 E CHURCH ST SANTA MARIA CA 93454FRENCH HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1911 JOHNSON AVE SAN LUIS OBISPO CA 93401