Dr. Elaine J Ahillen M.D.
Orthopedist
21475 RIDGETOP CIR STERLING VA, 20166About
Dr. Elaine Ahillen is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Ahillen specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Ahillen 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.
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Washington Center / School of Medicine 2008
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