Dr. Eric David Schiffman M.D.
Orthopedist
1611 Nw 12th Ave Miami FL, 33136About
Eric David Schiffman, MD, works at Orthopedic and Joint Specialist of South Florida. He works at the bone and joint center, and specializes in minimally invasive and hip and knee arthroplasty.
Education and Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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- Grand Rounds -
Fellowships
- Massachusetts General Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
What do you attribute your success to?
Hard Work
Hobbies / Sports
- Travel, Running
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