Dr. Francis Balquiedra Gonzales MD
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
2501 Parkers Ln Suite 200 Alexandria VA, 22306About
Dr. Francis Gonzales is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Alexandria, VA. Dr. Gonzales specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Gonzales 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
Georgetown University, School of Medicine, Washington, DC Medical Degree
Loyola University, Chicago, IL Other Degree
St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, Columbia University, New York, NY Other Degree
Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic Alexandria, VA Other Degree
Orthopedic Surgeon Medical Degree
Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Medical Degree
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