Dr. Joel Edward Rutstein M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3 Chelsea Grn San Antonio TX, 78257About
Dr. Joel Rutstein is a rheumatologist practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Rutstein 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. Rutstein 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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Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania 1971
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