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Dr. William Aiken Chafin M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. William Aiken Chafin M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(64)
890 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Suite 2a Mount Pleasant SC, 29464
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About

Dr. William Chafin is a rheumatologist practicing in Athens, GA. Dr. Chafin 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. Chafin 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

Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University 2004

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Gout
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator Cuff Syndrome
  • Pain
  • Tendonitis

Dr. William Aiken Chafin M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1270 Prince Ave Suite 202

1270 Prince Ave Suite 202 -
Athens, GA 30606
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New patients: 706-548-4424
Fax: 706-548-4880

Practice At 890 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Suite 2a

890 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Suite 2a -
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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New patients: 803-540-1090

957 BAXTER ST -
ATHENS, GA 30606
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New patients: 706-410-9270

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Patient Experience with Dr. Chafin


4.0

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Dr. William Aiken Chafin M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 64 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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