Dr. Lauren Burke MD
Orthopedist
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington DC, 20037About
Dr. Lauren Burke is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Burke specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Burke 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
MD at Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Spine Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Fellowships
- Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship and Spine Fellowship at The University of Virginia 2012-2013
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons-Orthopedic Surgery
Articles and Publications
Published
What do you attribute your success to?
Her mentors while she was in her residency
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