Dr. Ronald C Hillegass M.D.
Orthopedist
1526 Atwood Ave Suite 200 Johnston RI, 02919About
Dr. Ronald Hillegass is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Johnston, RI. Dr. Hillegass specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Hillegass 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 Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1964
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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