Dr. Melissa Catherine Mizesko M.D.
Rheumatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Rheumatology
1102 Bates Ave # Fc330 Texas Children's Hos Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Melissa Mizesko practices Pediatric Rheumatology in Houston, TX. Pediatric rheumatologists treat child patients who suffer from pain in the musculoskeletal system, have symptoms of arthritis, or an autoimmune disorder. Dr. Mizesko evaluates and treats a variety of joint, muscle, and bone disorders; including autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Kawasaki disease, post-infectious arthritis, chronic vasculitis, and inflammatory disorders of the muscle, eye, or other organs. Dr. Mizesko also is trained in the evaluation of prolonged fever, unexplained complaints of chronic musculoskeletal pain, weakness, poor appetite, fatigue, and/or loss of function or skills.
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