Richard A. Balderston, Orthopedist
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Richard A. Balderston

Orthopedist

800 Spruce Street Philadelphia Pennsylvania, 19107
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About

Dr. Richard Balderston is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Balderston specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Balderston 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

School of Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 42 years of experience

Internships

  • Bryn Mawr Hospital

Fellowships

  • Twin Cities Scoliosis Center

Professional Society Memberships

  • Society of Arthroplasty Surgeons

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Keen Focus on the Goals and Desires of Each Patient as Individuals, Commitment to Positive Outcomes

Hobbies / Sports

  • International Triathlete

Richard A. Balderston's Practice location

800 Spruce Street -
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
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