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Dr. Andrew J Head M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(31)
1155 E Paris Ave Se Suite 100 Grand Rapids MI, 49546
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4/5

About

Dr. Andrew Head is a rheumatologist practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Head 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. Head 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

University of Cincinnati / Main Campus 1998

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 1998

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 20 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Pain

Dr. Andrew J Head M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1155 E Paris Ave Se Suite 100

1155 E Paris Ave Se Suite 100 -
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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New patients: 616-459-8088
Fax: 616-459-8312

West Michigan Rheumatology

1155 E Paris Ave SE -
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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New patients: 616-459-8088
Fax: 616-459-8312

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Patient Experience with Dr. Head


4.0

Based on 31 reviews

Dr. Andrew J Head M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 31 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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