Dr. Harold Edward Swensen M.D.
Orthopedist
11 Old Timber Trl Pittsburgh PA, 15238About
Dr. Harold Swensen is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Swensen specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Swensen 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
University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus 1958
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1958
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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