Dr. Christina Payne M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
4815 LIBERTY AVE STE 250 PITTSBURGH PA, 15224About
Dr. Christina Payne is a rheumatologist practicing in PITTSBURGH, PA. Dr. Payne 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. Payne 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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