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Dr. Shannon C Florea M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
740 S Limestone Kentucky Clinic J509 Lexington KY, 40536About
Dr. Shannon Florea is a rheumatologist practicing in Lexington, KY. Dr. Florea 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. Florea 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Kristine M Lohr MD, MS740 S Limestone Lexington KY 40536
- Kirk JenkinsUk Division Of Rheumatology Lexington KY 40536
- Dr. Ronald John Saykaly MD740 S Limestone Lexington KY 40536
- Beatriz Yae Hanaoka Other740 S Limestone Lexington KY 40536
- Dr. Katherine Kougias Temprano MD740 S Limestone Lexington KY 40536
- Dr. Robert W Lightfoot MD740 S Limestone Lexington KY 40536
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