Dr. Colleen M Watkins M. D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1 Stadium Drive Morgantown WV, 26507About
Dr. Colleen Watkins is a rheumatologist practicing in Morgantown, WV. Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins 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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West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine 1989
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