Dr. Rodney Delano Henderson M.D.
Orthopedist
2281 West 24th Street Suite 1 Yuma Arizona, 85364About
Rodney Delano Henderson, MD, has a private practice in Yuma, Arizona. He has special interests in joint replacement, sports medicine, and arthroscopy. Performing over 3,000 surgeries during his career, Dr. Henderson also practices at surgical centers in La Jolla and San Diego, California. He also teaches surgeons new techniques for joint replacement.
Education and Training
St. Louis University
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1994
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery- Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Dr. Rodney Delano Henderson M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Stabbing knee pain when lying down sleeping
You are probably experiencing a problem with the patellofemoral joint or the "knee cap". I would recommend physical therapy to strengthen your hip and thigh muscles. Hope this helps. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Voluntarily Teaches other Surgeons New Techniques -
Internships
- St. Louis University
Professional Society Memberships
- Western Orthopaedic Association, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, San Diego County Medical Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- Staying Abreast of new advancements in the field, Performing Cutting Edge Techniques and always Expanding on his Skill Set
Hobbies / Sports
- Spending Time with his 2 Daughthers, Snowskiing, Sports, Traveling, Fine Dining
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