Dr. Petros V Efthimiou MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
234 E 149th St Department Of Medici Bronx NY, 10451About
Dr. Petros Efthimiou is a rheumatologist practicing in Bronx, NY. Dr. Efthimiou 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. Efthimiou 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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