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Dr. Carlos Plata, MD

Rheumatology* Age 65
Dr. Carlos Plata, MD
3.3 (15 Ratings)

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Dr. Carlos Plata, MD is a Rheumatologist in Amarillo, TX.
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Dr. Carlos Plata, MD

Rheumatology* Age 65
Amarillo, TX
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Carlos Plata, MD is a Rheumatologist in Amarillo, TX.

About

Dr. Plata graduated from LAWRENCE AND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY. Dr. Carlos Plata, MD is a Rheumatologist in Amarillo, TX and has 43 years experience. Dr. Plata currently practices at Amarillo Medical Specialists and are affiliated with Bsa Hospital, Hansford County Hospital, Pampa Regional Medical Center, Parmer Medical Center and Roosevelt General Hospital. Dr. Plata has experience treating conditions like Fibromyalgia, Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Plata received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Plata's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Plata also speaks Spanish. Dr. Plata is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Fibromyalgia
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gout
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Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Joint Pain
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Raynaud's Disease
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Ankylosing Spondylitis
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylitis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Autoimmune Hepatitis
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
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Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoidosis
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Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
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Locations

  1. 1 Amarillo Cardiovascular Center
    1215 S Coulter St Ste 302, Amarillo, TX 79106
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3.3
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4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (5)

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Sep 09, 2016
He listens to me, and he makes me feel like he really cares about my well being. He always gets me right in when I need to. he explains everything and he is very good Dr. Very knowledgeable .
CB in Big Spring TX — Sep 09, 2016
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LAWRENCE AND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
    1982
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Board Certifications

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  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Carlos Plata, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Plata's profile.

Dr. Plata frequently treats the following conditions: Fibromyalgia, Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Carlos Plata, MD is affiliated with Bsa Hospital, Hansford County Hospital, Pampa Regional Medical Center, Parmer Medical Center and Roosevelt General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Carlos Plata, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bsa Hospital

    1600 Wallace Blvd, Amarillo, TX

  • Hansford County Hospital

    707 Roland St, Spearman, TX

  • Pampa Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Plz, Pampa, TX

  • Parmer Medical Center

    1307 Cleveland Ave, Friona, TX

  • Roosevelt General Hospital

    42121 US Highway 70, Portales, NM