Dr. David Scott Witmer M.D.
Orthopedist
912 E High St Charlottesville VA, 22902About
Dr. David Witmer is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Witmer specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Witmer 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
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1988
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
Provider Details
Treatments
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Pinched Nerve
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
Dr. David Scott Witmer M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 912 E High St
912 E High St -Charlottesville, VA 22902Get Direction
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