Dr. Lawrence Leventhal M.D.
Orthopedist
801 W Temple Ave Effingham IL, 62401About
Dr. Lawrence Leventhal is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Effingham, IL. Dr. Leventhal specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Leventhal 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
Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina 1976
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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- Back Pain
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