Dr. Aaron J. Altenburg MD
Orthopedist
560 Memorial Drive Pocatello Idaho, 83201About
Aaron J. Altenburg, MD, member of the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons and Idaho Medical Association, successfully practices orthopaedic surgery at the Idaho Orthopedics and Sports Clinic in Pocatello, Idaho. His medical career began after obtaining his medical degree in 2002 from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine. After graduating, Dr. Altenburg attended the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for his residency in orthopedic surgery until 2007; followed by fellowship training in adult lower extremity reconstruction at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota until 2008. He credits hard work and great training for his successful career.
Education and Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
University of Iowa Medical School MD
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Fellowships
- Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota; 2008, Adult Lower Extremity Reconstruction
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons, Idaho Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and Great Training
Hobbies / Sports
- Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Downhill Skiing
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