Dr. Gelareh Atefi MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2300 M ST NW WASHINGTON DC, 20037About
Dr. Gelareh Atefi is a rheumatologist practicing in WASHINGTON, DC. Dr. Atefi 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. Atefi 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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