Dr. Rodney G Olinger M.D.
Neurosurgeon
6325 Humphreys Blvd Memphis TN, 38120About
Dr. Rodney Olinger practices Neurological Surgery in Memphis, TN. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Olinger prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Univ of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1977
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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