Dr. Karen Dorothy louise Smith M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3270 Joe Battle Suite 185 El Paso TX, 79938About
Dr. Karen Smith is a rheumatologist practicing in El Paso, TX. Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1987
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
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