Claudia Ayala, MD

Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology

Obesity and rheumatic diseases are interconnected through inflammatory processes. Obesity is not only a risk factor for the development of rheumatic diseases but is also associated with poorer prognosis and a lack of optimal response to treatment.

Rheumatology

Rheumatology is the medical specialty that deals with disorders of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue, including rheumatic diseases and connective tissue disorders.

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