Afton R. Thomas D.O.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
22 S GREENE ST BALTIMORE MD, 21201About
Dr. Afton Thomas is a rheumatologist practicing in BALTIMORE, MD. Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas 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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