Dr. Ryan T. Naffziger M.D.
Hand Surgeon | Surgery of the Hand
175 Mercado St Suite 111 Durango CO, 81301About
Dr. Ryan Naffziger is a hand surgeon practicing in Durango, CO. Dr. Naffziger specializes in caring for hand, wrist and forearm problems without the option of surgery unless necessary. Many hand surgeons are also experts in diagnosing and caring for shoulder and elbow problems and tend to suggest non-surgical treatments such as hand therapy or physical therapy.
Education and Training
Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il 1998
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 1993
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