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Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center2400 Pratt Street, Durham, NC 27710 map
Dr. William Garrett is a sports medicine specialist in Durham, NC. He is trained to treat injuries sustained during physical activity, like a sprained ankle.
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. William E. Garrett is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
2400 Pratt Street, Durham, NC 27710
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
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Bio
Dr. William Garrett graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1976 before completing a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC in 1982.
Dr. Garrett has one office in North Carolina where he specializes in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.
Specialties
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine physicians are trained to provide treatment and prevention plans for those participating in sports and related physical activities. Dr. Garrett is trained to treat complications such as muscle tears and strains, concussions, tendon and ligament damage, shin splints, sports hernias, fractures, and a variety of others. Treatments may include rehabilitation services, therapies and a variety of surgical operations, among others.
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Orthopedic Surgery
As an orthopedic surgeon in North Carolina, Dr. Garrett is trained to diagnose and treat all types of injuries to the musculoskeletal system, including the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. After arriving at a specific diagnosis, Dr. Garrett will generally resort to surgery when all other treatment methods have been exhausted or ruled out. Patients may require the care of an orthopedic surgeon for fractures, torn ligaments, sprains, sports injuries, and more.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Duke University School of Medicine
MD • 1976
Residency
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Duke University Medical Center • Durham, NC
Residency in Orthopedic Surgery • 1982
Hospital Affiliations
- Duke University Medical Center
Languages Spoken
- English
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