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Dr. Stella Bard, MD

Dr. Stella Bard is an ABMS board-certified rheumatologist with more than 10 years of hands-on experience in managing complex rheumatologic concerns. She is currently a practicing physician in the states of New York and Texas.

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  • Bachelor of Arts, City University of New York Brooklyn College

  • Doctor of Medicine, State University of New York – Downstate

  • Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine

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