Dr. Dorothy M Christiansen MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
100 Boston Rd Groton MA, 01450About
Dr. Dorothy Christiansen is a rheumatologist practicing in Groton, MA. Dr. Christiansen 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. Christiansen 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
Tufts University School of Medicine 1987
Provider Details
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Bursitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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