Dr. Heather Joan Gillespie M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1225 E Coolspring Ave Michigan City IN, 46360Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Heather Gillespie is a rheumatologist practicing in Michigan City, IN. Dr. Gillespie 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. Gillespie 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
Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies MD
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
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