Dr. William J. Near M.D.
Orthopedist
1301 2nd Ave Sw Largo FL, 33770About
Dr. William Near is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Largo, FL. Dr. Near specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Near 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
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1979
University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB Medicine
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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