Dr. Peter K Van patten MD
Orthopedist
375 Se Norton Ln Suite C Mcminnville OR, 97128About
Dr. Peter Van patten is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Mcminnville, OR. Dr. Van patten specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Van patten 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 Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1980
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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