Dr. David M Spalding MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1201 11th Ave S Suite 510 Birmingham AL, 35205About
Dr. David Spalding is a rheumatologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Spalding 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. Spalding 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
Univ of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville Fl 1975
University of Florida College of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
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