
Dr. Richard A. Pittsley, MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1401 E Lansing Dr Suite 107 East Lansing MI, 48823About
Dr. Richard Pittsley is a rheumatologist practicing in East Lansing, MI. Dr. Pittsley 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. Pittsley 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 Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1973
University of Michigan Medical School 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- Arthritis
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Justus John Fiechtner M.D.,M.P.H.3394 E Jolly Rd Lansing MI 48910
- Dr. Susan Marie Berger MD3394 E Jolly Rd Lansing MI 48910
- Dr. Russel H York MD4333 W St Joe Hwy Lansing MI 48917
- Dr. John D Kolstoe MD1401 E Lansing Dr East Lansing MI 48823
- Dr. Carla L Guggenheim DO1106 N Cedar St Lansing MI 48906
- Dr. Jessica Marion baer Mears DO3394 E Jolly Rd Lansing MI 48910
Nearest Hospitals
MCLAREN GREATER LANSINGl
401 W GREENLAWN AVE LANSING MI 48910SPARROW CLINTON HOSPITALl
805 S OAKLAND SAINT JOHNS MI 48879