Dr. Robert C Uchiyama M. D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
222 S Woods Mill Rd Suite 620n Chesterfield MO, 63017About
Dr. Robert Uchiyama is a rheumatologist practicing in Chesterfield, MO. Dr. Uchiyama 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. Uchiyama 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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