Dr. Elizabeth Darsey Butler M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
550 Peachtree St Ne Suite 1035 Atlanta GA, 30308About
Dr. Elizabeth Butler is a rheumatologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Butler 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. Butler 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
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1980
Georgia Regents University
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1982
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