Dr. Carolyn Banks Gleason M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3430 Newburg Rd Suite 250 Louisville KY, 40218About
Dr. Carolyn Gleason is a rheumatologist practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Gleason 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. Gleason 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
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1986
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1986
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
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