Brett Smith, DO
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2018 CLINCH AVE KNOXVILLE TN, 37916Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Brett Smith is a rheumatologist practicing in KNOXVILLE, TN. Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 2010
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- Arthritis
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THE UNIVERSITY OF TN MEDICAL CENTERl
1924 ALCOA HIGHWAY KNOXVILLE TN 37920