Dr. Robert Edward Hunt MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
201 Sivley Rd Sw Suite 600 Huntsville AL, 35801About
Dr. Robert Hunt is a rheumatologist practicing in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Hunt 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. Hunt 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
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1973
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1973
UNIV OSTEO MED - DES MOINES
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Arthritis
- Neuropathy
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Sarcoidosis
- Pain
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