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Dr. Marvin R Beard MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
266 Joule St Alcoa TN, 37701About
Dr. Marvin Beard is a rheumatologist practicing in Alcoa, TN. Dr. Beard 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. Beard 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
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
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- Arthritis
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Practice At 266 Joule St
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. A. Kimberly Leaird MD266 Joule St Alcoa TN 37701
- Brett Smith232 Associates Blvd Alcoa TN 37701
- Dr. Jeffrey S Scheib MD266 Joule St Alcoa TN 37701
- Dr. Annika Honarene Cutinha M.B.B.S266 Joule St Alcoa TN 37701
Nearest Hospitals
THE UNIVERSITY OF TN MEDICAL CENTERl
1924 ALCOA HIGHWAY KNOXVILLE TN 37920