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Dr. Edward Behrens M.D., Rheumatologist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Edward Behrens M.D.

Rheumatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Rheumatology

34th & Civic Center Blvd Children's Hospital Philadelphia PA, 19104
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Dr. Edward Behrens practices Pediatric Rheumatology in Philadelphia, PA. Pediatric rheumatologists treat child patients who suffer from pain in the musculoskeletal system, have symptoms of arthritis, or an autoimmune disorder. Dr. Behrens evaluates and treats a variety of joint, muscle, and bone disorders; including autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Kawasaki disease, post-infectious arthritis, chronic vasculitis, and inflammatory disorders of the muscle, eye, or other organs. Dr. Behrens also is trained in the evaluation of prolonged fever, unexplained complaints of chronic musculoskeletal pain, weakness, poor appetite, fatigue, and/or loss of function or skills.

Education and Training

Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania 2001

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 2002

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Rheumatology

DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Fibromyalgia
  • Fever
  • Uveitis
  • Lupus
  • Pain
  • Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
  • Osteomyelitis

Fellowships

  • Fellow in Pediatric Rheumatology, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pa.  Pediatric 

Dr. Edward Behrens M.D.'s Practice location

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34th & Civic Center Blvd Children's Hospital -
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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New patients: 215-349-8731

Practice At

3401 Civic Center Blvd Children's Hospital -
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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New patients: 215-590-2547
Fax: 215-590-4750

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