Dr. John F Nettrour M.D.
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
450 Laurel St Suite A Des Moines IA, 50314About
Dr. John Nettrour is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Nettrour specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Nettrour 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 Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1995
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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