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Dr. Martin J Kafina M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
59 Ornac Suite 2 Concord MA, 01742About
Dr. Martin Kafina is a rheumatologist practicing in Concord, MA. Dr. Kafina 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. Kafina 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
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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