Dr. James G. Fischer MD
Orthopedist
10051 LAKE AVE TRUCKEE CA, 96161About
Dr. James Fischer is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in TRUCKEE, CA. Dr. Fischer specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Fischer 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
Univ of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1979
New Jersey College of Dentistry 1979
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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