Board Certification, Specialty and Expertise
Dr. Peter Wirtz identified specializing in
Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery and Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine, and associated structures by medical, surgical, and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries, and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder, and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.. He obtained board certification from the member board for Orthopedic Surgery.
Hospital Affiliations
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Dr. Wirtz is affiliated with 1 hospital:
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA
Aliases
Patients may also know Dr. Peter Wirtz as:
- Peter D Wirtz
- P Wirtz
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