Mr. David G Fitz MD
Hand Surgeon | Surgery of the Hand
244 Western Ave South Portland ME, 04106About
Dr. David Fitz is a hand surgeon practicing in South Portland, ME. Dr. Fitz specializes in caring for hand, wrist and forearm problems without the option of surgery unless necessary. Many hand surgeons are also experts in diagnosing and caring for shoulder and elbow problems and tend to suggest non-surgical treatments such as hand therapy or physical therapy.
Education and Training
Univ of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1980
University of Cincinnati / Main Campus 1980
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic SurgeryABPS
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- Gynecomastia
- Trigger Finger
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Dupuytren's Contracture
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