Dr. Desmond Anim-appiah MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
500 W Fort St Va Medical Center Boise ID, 83702About
Dr. Desmond Anim-appiah is a rheumatologist practicing in Boise, ID. Dr. Anim-appiah 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. Anim-appiah 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
University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry 2006
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- High Cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Heart Disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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