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What doctor should you see if you think you have arthritis in big toe joint?

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

A podiatrist...: A podiatrist is a specialist trained in the care and treatment of foot and ankle conditions. We, as a profession, are well trained in which type of treatments would be best for the variety of conditions that may be bothering you.

Answered 12/10/2013

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