Dr. Katherine H.y. Nguyen M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
200 W ARBOR DR SAN DIEGO CA, 92103About
Dr. Katherine Nguyen is a rheumatologist practicing in SAN DIEGO, CA. Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen 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
Ucsd-Sch of Med-la Jolla MD
University of California 1992
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Trigger Finger
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Immunodeficiency
- Lupus
- Scleroderma
- Pain
- Dermatomyositis
Fellowships
- University California 1998
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