Dr. Richard David Berkowitz M.D.
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
7171 N University Dr Suite 100 Fort Lauderdale FL, 33321About
Dr. Richard Berkowitz is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Berkowitz specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Berkowitz 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 Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1983
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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