Dr. Nikolaj Wolfson, MD, FRCSC, FACS
Orthopedist
2300 Sutter St Suite 207 San Francisco CA, 94115About
Dr. Nikolaj Wolfson is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Wolfson specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Wolfson 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
The Sackler School of Medicine Tel Aviv University
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Dr. Nikolaj Wolfson, MD, FRCSC, FACS's Expert Contributions
Are partial knee replacements successful?
yes and no. yes: if you have only one compartment arthritis, not overweight and have reasonable expectations. No: if you are overweight and extremely active READ MORE
Can torn ligaments heal naturally?
To an extent. It depends: if they are completely torn, it's not likely they will heal completely. READ MORE
What causes knee pain in children?
Growth. READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
- International Public Speaking -
- Board of Directors of SICOT: The World Orthopaedic Organisation -
Internships
- University of Western Ontario
Articles and Publications
- Published a Book
What do you attribute your success to?
- The best interest of his patients is the only interest to consider.
Hobbies / Sports
- Tennis, Volunteer Medical Missions in Haiti
Favorite professional publications
- The Bone & Joint Journal, Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma
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