Mr. Alan J Birnbaum MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
100 Navarre Pl Suite 5570 South Bend IN, 46601About
Dr. Alan Birnbaum is a rheumatologist practicing in South Bend, IN. Dr. Birnbaum 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. Birnbaum treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
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Rush Med Coll of Rush Univ, Chicago Il 1986
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