Dr. Melinda R Reed M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3660 Vista Ave Saint Louis MO, 63110About
Dr. Melinda Reed is a rheumatologist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Reed 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. Reed 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
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 2004
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Immunodeficiency
- Lupus
- Scleroderma
- Pain
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