
Dr. Lisa Vernino Maher MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2500 North State Street Department Of Medici Jackson MS, 39216About
Dr. Lisa Maher is a rheumatologist practicing in Dallas, TX. Dr. Maher 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. Maher 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
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine, Uams, University Of Arkansas For Me MD
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Linda R Rockhold M.D.971 Lakeland Drive Jackson MS 39216
- Dr. Jason K Taylor M.D.2500 N State St Jackson MS 39216
- Dr. Shabana C Karim M.D.2500 N State St Jackson MS 39216
- Dr. Dannette Smith Johnson D.O.2500 North State Street Jackson MS 39216
- Dr. Sahdev Saharan M.D.2500 N State St Jackson MS 39216
- Dr. Kenneth J. Hardy MD2500 North State Street Jackson MS 39216
Nearest Hospitals
METHODIST DALLAS MEDICAL CENTERl
1441 NORTH BECKLEY AVENUE DALLAS TX 75203METHODIST CHARLTON MEDICAL CENTERl
3500 W WHEATLAND ROAD DALLAS TX 75237MISSISSIPPI METHODIST REHAB CTRl
1350 E WOODROW WILSON DR JACKSON MS 39216