Dr. Charles Frederick Degenhardt M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd Division Of Rheumato Tampa FL, 33612About
Dr. Charles Degenhardt is a rheumatologist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Degenhardt 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. Degenhardt treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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