Dr. Christopher Neville Ussher M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2025 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz CA, 95062About
Dr. Christopher Ussher is a rheumatologist practicing in Santa Cruz, CA. Dr. Ussher 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. Ussher treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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University of Auckland / School of Medicine MD
University of Auckland / School of Medicine 1982
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