Dr. Joel Ojeda-rivera
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2213 Ponce By Pass Ponce PR, 00731About
Dr. Joel Ojeda-rivera is a rheumatologist practicing in Ponce, PR. Dr. Ojeda-rivera 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. Ojeda-rivera 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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