Dr. Ariston P. Awitan (M.D)
Orthopedist
8810 Willow Wind Lane Houston Texas, 77083About
Dr. Ariston Awitan is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Awitan specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Awitan 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
University of the Phillipines College of Medicine
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1959
Board Certification
American board of Orthopaedic Surgery- Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Fellowships
- Markland Hospital, New Jersey College of Medicine
Articles and Publications
- Has Been Published Many Times
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work, Setting Goals, Keeping Them, Lots of Prayer
Hobbies / Sports
- Martial Arts, Wellness, Skiing, Fishing, Ballroom Dancing, Singing
Dr. Ariston P. Awitan (M.D)'s Practice location
HOUSTON, TX 77055Get Direction
Houston, TX 77055Get Direction
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