Dr. Robert S. Lesser, MD, FACP, FACR
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4015 Avenue U Brooklyn NY, 11234Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Robert Lesser is a rheumatologist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Lesser 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. Lesser 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
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Physicians American College of Rheumatology Medical Society of the State of NY
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