Dr. Michael E Ralston MD
Orthopedist
5255 E Stop 11 Rd Suite 300 Indianapolis IN, 46237About
Dr. Michael Ralston is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Ralston specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Ralston 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
Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh 1974
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Professional Memberships
- Fellow Dr. Ralston is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and American College of Surge
Fellowships
- Ohio State University Hospitals - Total Joint Replacement, Columbus, OH
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