Dr. Birgit Kovacs M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
19 Marc Rd Danbury CT, 06810About
Dr. Birgit Kovacs is a rheumatologist practicing in Danbury, CT. Dr. Kovacs 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. Kovacs 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
Rheinisch-Westfalische Technical College / Medical Faculty 1992
Rheinisch-Westf‰lische Technische Hochschule Aachen Medizinische Fakult‰t 1992
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