Kongsak Tanphaichitr, MD

Rheumatologist

Dr. Kongsak Tanphaichitr is a Rheumatologist in Florissant, MO with special training and skill in diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders related to inflammation of the joints, muscles, and ligaments. As a Rheumatologist, Kongsak Tanphaichitr, MD performs physical examination, imaging, and testing for musculoskeletal and systemic autoimmune conditions, commonly called rheumatic diseases. Rheumatology is a medical specialty dedicated to treating diseases and disorders related to conditions that cause joint, muscle, and bone pain, stiffness, and deformity. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Rheumatologists include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, chronic pain in the back, neck, knee, hip, or other joint, fibromyalgia, tendonitis, vasculitis, lupus, scleroderma, myositis, and antiphospholipid syndrome. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Rheumatologists include x-ray, MRI, and CT imaging, rheumatoid factor testing, c-reactive protein testing, synovial fluid testing, pain medication prescription, physical therapy referral, dietary recommendations, and referral to other specialists as needed.

An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.

Allergist & Immunologist - Internal Medicine

Dr. Kongsak Tanphaichitr is an Allergist & Immunologist - Internal Medicine in Florissant, MO with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating allergies and immunodeficiencies. As an Allergist & Immunologist - Internal Medicine, Kongsak Tanphaichitr, MD performs tests and therapies to treat abnormal immune system reactions. Allergy & Immunology - Internal Medicine is the management of immune system disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Allergists & Immunologists - Internal Medicine include allergic conjunctivitis, food allergies, atopic dermatitis, autoimmune disorders, and immune deficiency syndromes. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Allergists & Immunologists - Internal Medicine include blood tests, immunizations, antihistamine and immunosuppression prescription medication, nutritional therapy, acupuncture, and botanical supplements.

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of allergy and immunologic disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine can obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Allergy & Immunology.