Dr. Jeffrey D. Perkins MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1551 Professional Ln Suite 235 Longmont CO, 80501About
Dr. Jeffrey Perkins is a rheumatologist practicing in Longmont, CO. Dr. Perkins 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. Perkins 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
U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx 1993
University Of Texas Medical School at Houston 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Crohn's Disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Pain
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