Dr. Kurt R Oelke M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
7080 N Port Washington Rd Milwaukee WI, 53217About
Dr. Kurt Oelke is a rheumatologist practicing in Milwaukee, WI. Dr. Oelke 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. Oelke 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
New Jersey College of Dentistry 1997
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Arthritis
- Neuropathy
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
- Tendonitis
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
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