Craig Metzger
Orthopedist
444 West Osborn Road Suite 200 Phoenix Arizona, 85013About
Dr. Craig Metzger is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Metzger specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Metzger 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 the The University of Alabama
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- University of Florida College of Medicine- 1977
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
What do you attribute your success to?
- Dedication, continuing education, technology and making a difference.
Favorite professional publications
- All major medical publications and journals
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