Dr. Cong-qiu Chu MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd Op 09 Portland OR, 97239About
Dr. Cong-qiu Chu is a rheumatologist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Chu 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. Chu 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
Jilin Medical College 1983
Norman Bethune College of Medicine 1983
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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