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Dr. Russell B Branum MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(34)
1500 Dodson Ave Suite 270 Fort Smith AR, 72901
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3/5

About

Dr. Russell Branum is a rheumatologist practicing in Fort Smith, AR. Dr. Branum 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. Branum 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 Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1988

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

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Dr. Russell B Branum MD's Practice location

Practice At 1500 Dodson Ave Suite 270

1500 Dodson Ave Suite 270 -
Fort Smith, AR 72901
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1501 S WALDRON RD -
FORT SMITH, AR 72903
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Dr. Russell B Branum MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 34 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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