
Dr. Rama Makkena MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2901 Montopolis Dr Austin TX, 78741About
Dr. Rama Makkena is a rheumatologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Makkena 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. Makkena 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
Guntur Medical College 1983
Andhra Medical College 1980
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Pain
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Practice At 2901 Montopolis Dr
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Kevin V Hackshaw M.D.1601 TRINITY ST AUSTIN TX 78712
- Dr. Eduardo J. Cepeda M.D.12221 Mopac Expressway North Austin TX 78758
- Dr. Anurekha B Chadha MD6811 Austin Center Blvd #300 Austin TX 78731
- Dr. Tina C Bunch MD6811 Austin Center Blvd. Austin TX 78731
- Dr. Edward Joel Fudman M.D.1301 West 38th Street Austin TX 78705
- Dr. James E. Crout MD12221 Mopac Expressway North Austin TX 78758
Nearest Hospitals
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER AT BRACKENRIDGEl
601 E 15TH STREET AUSTIN TX 78701ST DAVID'S MEDICAL CENTERl
919 E 32ND ST AUSTIN TX 78705ST DAVID'S SOUTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTERl
901 WEST BEN WHITE BLVD AUSTIN TX 78704