
Dr. Betsy Shook M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
9104 Babcock Blvd. Suite 2120 Pittsburgh PA, 15237About
Dr. Betsy Shook is a rheumatologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Shook 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. Shook 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
West Virginia University School of Medicine 1999
Provider Details
Treatments
- Psoriasis
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Pain
- Tendonitis
Dr. Betsy Shook M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 9104 Babcock Blvd. Suite 2120
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Practice At 150 Lake Dr Suite 109
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Angela Mary Stupi M.D., PH.D.9335 Mcknight Rd Pittsburgh PA 15237
- Dr. Joseph Devich D.O.9104 BABCOCK BLVD PITTSBURGH PA 15237
Nearest Hospitals
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25 HECKEL ROAD MCKEES ROCKS PA 15136ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITALl
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720 BLACKBURN ROAD SEWICKLEY PA 15143OHIO VALLEY GENERAL HOSPITALl
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