Dr. J Paul Mahfood MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
549 Nw Lake Whitney Pl Suite 101 Port Saint Lucie FL, 34986About
Dr. J Mahfood is a rheumatologist practicing in Port Saint Lucie, FL. Dr. Mahfood 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. Mahfood 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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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- V2 regions of 16S ribosomal RNA used as a molecular marker for the species identification of streptococci in peripheral blood and synovial fluid from patients with psoriatic arthritis.
- Baker's Cyst Presenting with Deep Venous Thrombosis.
- A 67-year-old woman with polymyalgia rheumatica and left hemispatial neglect.
Internships
- University of South Florida Medical Center
Fellowships
- University of South Florida Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Radiologists, American Academy of Pain Medicine, Florida Radiological Society
What do you attribute your success to?
Dr. Mahfood attributes his success to his inspiration and motivation to make a difference.
Hobbies / Sports
- Travelling, Socializing, Networking
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