Dr. Jharana Shrestha MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
716 E Anderson St Suite 102 Weatherford TX, 76086About
Dr. Jharana Shrestha is a rheumatologist practicing in Weatherford, TX. Dr. Shrestha 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. Shrestha 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
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 1991
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
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