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Dr. Cathy L Riker MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

1300 Crane Street Menlo Park CA, 94025
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Dr. Cathy Riker is a rheumatologist practicing in Menlo Park, CA. Dr. Riker 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. Riker 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

Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny 1986

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 1986

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 31 years of experience

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Pain

Dr. Cathy L Riker MD's Practice location

Practice At 1300 Crane Street

1300 Crane Street -
Menlo Park, CA 94025
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New patients: 650-498-6500
Fax: 650-324-9447

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