Dr. Craig R Metzger M.D.
Orthopedist
444 W Osborn Rd Suite 200 Phoenix AZ, 85013About
Dr. Craig Metzger is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Metzger specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Metzger 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.
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Internships
- University of Florida College of Medicine- 1977
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
What do you attribute your success to?
- Dedication, continuing education, technology and making a difference.
Favorite professional publications
- All major medical publications and journals
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