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Dr. Sterling West MD, Rheumatologist
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Dr. Sterling West MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

5/5(6)
12605 E 16th Ave Aurora CO, 80045
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About

Dr. Sterling West is a rheumatologist practicing in Aurora, CO. Dr. West 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. West 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

Emory University School Of Medicine 1976

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology- 1995

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Awards

  • Magazine 5280  
  • Top Doctor in Denver 2011  
  • Voted a 5280 best doctor by my peers in response to the question, Whi 5280  
  • American College of Physicians, Master 2005  
  • American College of Physicians, Laureate 2008  
  • American College of Rheumatology, Distinguished Clinician Scholar Awa 2010  

Treatments

  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Lupus

Professional Memberships

  • Member ABIM Subspecialty Board on Rheumatology 
  • Member American College of Physicians - Master 
  • Fellow American College of Rheumatology 

Fellowships

  • National Capital Consortium    1981
  • National Capital Consortium    1981

Dr. Sterling West MD's Practice location

Practice At 12605 E 16th Ave

12605 E 16th Ave -
Aurora, CO 80045
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Dr. Sterling West MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 6 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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