Dr. James L Becton MD
Orthopedist
1521 Anthony Rd Augusta GA, 30904About
Dr. James Becton is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Augusta, GA. Dr. Becton specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Becton 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
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1960
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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