Dr. Smita Rani Gupta MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1137 2ND ST SANTA MONICA CA, 90403About
Dr. Smita Gupta is a rheumatologist practicing in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta 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
Temple University School of Medicine 2003
Provider Details
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Pain
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