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Dr. Joan Appleyard, MD

Rheumatology
3.5 (8)
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35 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Joan Appleyard, MD

Dr. Joan Appleyard, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Rheumatology. They graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is affiliated with Community Hospital and Delta County Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Appleyard an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Appleyard works at Practice in Houston, TX with other offices in Grand Junction, CO. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Appleyard's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Michael E. Debakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 791-1414
  2. 2
    Grand Valley Endocrinology
    2532 Patterson Rd Ste 10, Grand Junction, CO 81505 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (970) 644-3840

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  • Community Hospital
  • Delta County Memorial Hospital

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About Dr. Joan Appleyard, MD

Specialties
  • Rheumatology
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Years of Experience
  • 35 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
  • English
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NPI Number
  • 1821199688
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Education & Certifications

Medical Education
  • University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
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Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
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