Dr. David W Lhowe MD
Orthopedist
10 Hawthorne Pl Suite 115 Boston MA, 02114About
Dr. David Lhowe is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Lhowe specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Lhowe tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Posttraumatic nonunion of the proximal tibial metaphysis.
- Retrograde nailing of femur fractures in patients with myelopathy and who are nonambulatory.
- Planning for mass civilian casualties overseas: IMSuRT-International Medical/Surgical Response Teams.
- Disasters and mass casualties: I. General principles of response and management.
- Disasters and mass casualties: II. explosive, biologic, chemical, and nuclear agents.
- Orthopaedic care aboard the USNS Mercy during Operation Unified Assistance after the 2004 Asian tsunami. A case series.
- Prolonged femoral external fixation after natural disaster: successful late conversion to intramedullary nail aboard the USNS Mercy hospital ship.
- Healthcare delivery aboard US Navy hospital ships following earthquake disasters: implications for future disaster relief missions.
- Immediate nailing of open fractures of the femoral shaft.
- Open fractures of the femoral shaft.
- Retrograde intramedullary nailing of the femur using a tibial nail--the adjunctive use of an existing implant: a case report.
- The use of osseous suture anchors in the treatment of severe, complicated elbow dislocations.
- Parturition-induced pelvic dislocation: a report of four cases.
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
Dr. David W Lhowe MD's Practice location
Dr. David W Lhowe MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- What to Expect While Undergoing Spinal Stenosis Surgery?
Spinal stenosis is a condition where two spinal vertebrae separated by an intervertebral disc come closer as the disc wears off due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or trauma. When this happens, the spinal nerve that runs between them becomes compressed causing pain to the individual. The...
- Scoliosis Pain: Treatment, Management, and Exercises
Scoliosis is a serious condition that often occurs more in females than in males. The condition itself can be hard to diagnose at the start, which is why the healthcare professional will subject the patient to several tests, including asking them to touch their toes as well as to find out if their...
- Diagnosis of Osteoporosis
It is important to get a diagnosis for osteoporosis as soon as you experience any of the symptoms associated with the condition. One should not prolong a visit with a doctor because the sooner the diagnosis, the sooner the individual will receive treatment.About 80% of your bone density is...
- What Causes Tingling in Feet?
IntroductionA tingling sensation in the feet is a common concern among people. This sensation tends to be a similar feeling to the pins and needles effect. Some people may even feel pain and numbness in their feet along with a tingling sensation, which can be bothersome. However, it is not usually a...
- Is Osteoporosis Preventable?
The word "osteoporosis" means "porous bone", and it occurs when bones become weak due to loss of minerals. Thus, the affected bones become more prone to break compared to the healthy bones.Bones are made up of different minerals, and calcium is one of those main minerals. It strengthens the bones...
- What to Expect After Knee Replacement Surgery
The major thing you would expect after a knee replacement is proper recovery and the successful outcome of the procedure. Knee replacement surgery is a procedure that is aimed at correcting a damaged knee joint. The recovery period after this operation varies depending on the type of surgery carried...
Nearby Providers
- Daniel Banaszek M.D.2000 Washington St Newton MA 02462
- Dr. Michael Moharan DPM825 Washington St Norwood MA 02062
- Dr. Michael S. Kain M.D.725 ALBANY STREET BOSTON MA 02118
- Dr. Joseph C. McCarthy MD2000 WASHINGTON ST NEWTON MA 02462
- Dr. Hillel Skoff M.D.1269 Beacon St Brookline MA 02446
- Dr. Daniel C. Snyder M.D.2000 Washington St. Newton Massachusetts 2462