Dr. Chad S. Altmyer MD
Orthopedist
670 Leigh Dr Columbus MS, 39705About
Dr. Chad Altmyer is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, MS. Dr. Altmyer specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Altmyer 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 Ms Sch Of Med 1998
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Bunion
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pain
- Hammer Toe
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