Dr. Francis K Yamamoto M.D.
Orthopedist
8101 E Lowry Blvd Suite 230 Denver CO, 80230About
Dr. Francis Yamamoto is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Denver, CO. Dr. Yamamoto specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Yamamoto 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
Albany Medical College - Union University 1962
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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