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Karl Rathjen, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Dallas, TX

Karl Eric Rathjen MD

Pediatric Orthopedics


Assistant Chief of Staff Texas Scottish Rite Hospital; Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

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  • 5323 Harry Hines BoulevardDallas, TX 75390

  • Phone+1 214-559-5000

  • Fax+1 214-443-7309

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Education & Training

  • University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
    University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterFellowship, Pediatric Orthopaedics, 1995 - 1996
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1991 - 1995
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterInternship, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1990 - 1991
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolClass of 1990

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1994 - Present
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1991 - 2026
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014
  • Super Doctor SuperDoctors.com

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

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  • AAOS Recognizes 106 Surgeons with 2018 Achievement Award Winners
    AAOS Recognizes 106 Surgeons with 2018 Achievement Award WinnersApril 11th, 2018

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