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Dr. Richard I. Rynes MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

11311 Bridgeport Way Sw Suite 214 Lakewood WA, 98499

About

Dr. Richard Rynes is a rheumatologist practicing in Lakewood, WA. Dr. Rynes 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. Rynes 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

Univ of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1965

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1965

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 53 years of experience

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Lupus
  • Pain
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)

Dr. Richard I. Rynes MD's Practice location

Practice At 11311 Bridgeport Way Sw Suite 214

11311 Bridgeport Way Sw Suite 214 -
Lakewood, WA 98499
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New patients: 253-985-6490, 253-581-1091

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11315 BRIDGEPORT WAY S W LAKEWOOD WA 98499

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