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Dr. Richard J Looney MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4901 Lac De Ville Blvd Bldg D Suite 240 Rochester NY, 14618About
Dr. Richard Looney is a rheumatologist practicing in Rochester, NY. Dr. Looney 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. Looney 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 Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1976
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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