Dr. Christopher E Chong MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
200 1st St SW Rochester MN, 55905About
Dr. Christopher Chong is a rheumatologist practicing in Rochester, MN. Dr. Chong 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. Chong 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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University of Singapore, Singapore Singapore
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