Dr. Jitendra K Patel MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
3420 Avenue N Brooklyn NY, 11234Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Jitendra Patel is a rheumatologist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Patel 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. Patel 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 Mumbai, Topiwala National Medical College 1975
Grant Government Medical College 1975
M.S. University
Provider Details
Treatments
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Neuropathy
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Frozen Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow
Dr. Jitendra K Patel MD's Practice location
Practice At 3420 Avenue N
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