Dr. John C Erkkila M.D.
Orthopedist
7325 NW SPRING CREEK DR CORVALLIS OR, 97330About
Dr. John Erkkila is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in CORVALLIS, OR. Dr. Erkkila specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Erkkila 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
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1971
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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