Dr. William Patrick Knibbe MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
600 N Robbins Rd Suite 100 Boise ID, 83702About
Dr. William Knibbe is a rheumatologist practicing in Boise, ID. Dr. Knibbe 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. Knibbe 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
Univ of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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