Dr. Todd E Christensen MD
Orthopedist
3280 Professional Dr Auburn CA, 95602About
Dr. Todd Christensen is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Auburn, CA. Dr. Christensen specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Christensen 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
Domestic
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Musculoskeletal Surgery, Joint Replacement (arthroplasty), Sports Injuries And More
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