Dr. William David Emper M.D.
Orthopedist
925 Chestnut St 5th Floor Philadelphia PA, 19107About
Dr. William Emper is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Emper specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Emper 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
B.A., Harvard University
M.D., Harvard Medical School
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineFellowships
- Fellowship, Sports Medicine, New England Baptist Hospital
Experience & Accolades
- InstructorThomas Jefferson Medical College
- Team PhysicianPA
- Orthopaedic ConsultantPhiladelphia 76ers
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