Dr. Robert G Gurtler MD
Orthopedist
810 W. Anthony Drive Orthopedics Urbana IL, 61802About
Dr. Robert Gurtler is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Urbana, IL. Dr. Gurtler specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Gurtler 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
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1978
University of Wales in Great Britain 1978
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Rotator Cuff Tear
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Leslie Murli Manohar M.D.810 W. Anthony Dr. Urbana IL 61802