Craig Metzger, Orthopedist
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Craig Metzger

Orthopedist

444 West Osborn Road Suite 200 Phoenix Arizona, 85013

About

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

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 48 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Orthopedic Surgeon

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

Craig Metzger's Practice location

444 West Osborn Road Suite 200 -
Phoenix, Arizona 85013
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New patients: 602-230-1400

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