Dr. Tim Bongartz MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
200 1st St SW Rochester MN, 55905About
Dr. Tim Bongartz is a rheumatologist practicing in Rochester, MN. Dr. Bongartz 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. Bongartz 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
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universit‰t M¸nchen Medizinische Fakult‰t 1998
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- Member Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley
Fellowships
- Fellow - Rheumatology: Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- Resident - Residency and Department of Internal Medicine, University of Regensburg Internal Medicine
- Resident - Residency and Fellowship Training Department of General Internal Medicine, Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology: Stadt. Krankenhaus Munchen-Bogenhausen Internal Medicine
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