Dr. Mark J Jarek MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
121 Cahill Rd Branson MO, 65616About
Dr. Mark Jarek is a rheumatologist practicing in Branson, MO. Dr. Jarek 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. Jarek 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
Drexel University College of Medicine 1989
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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