Dr. Robert Scott Cairns M.D.
Orthopedist | Foot and Ankle Surgery
320 N Grandview Ave Suite B Dubuque IA, 52001About
Dr. Robert Cairns is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Dubuque, IA. Dr. Cairns specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Cairns 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1964
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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