Dr. Vernon Ford Garwood M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1520 S 70th St Suite 200 Lincoln NE, 68506About
Dr. Vernon Garwood is a rheumatologist practicing in Lincoln, NE. Dr. Garwood 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. Garwood 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
University of Nebraska College of Medicine 1965
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Pain
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