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Karl Rathjen, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Dallas, TX

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Orthopaedic Surgery • Dallas, TX

Pediatric Orthopedics

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

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  • Office

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd
    Dallas, TX 75390
    Phone+1 214-648-3065
    Fax+1 214-443-7342

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
  • 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

  • Scoliosis: Symptoms, Treatments, Mental Health Affects and More
    Scoliosis: Symptoms, Treatments, Mental Health Affects and MoreAugust 12th, 2022
  • What Parents Need to Know About Scoliosis
    What Parents Need to Know About ScoliosisJune 13th, 2018
  • AAOS Recognizes 106 Surgeons with 2018 Achievement Award Winners
    AAOS Recognizes 106 Surgeons with 2018 Achievement Award WinnersApril 11th, 2018

Professional Memberships

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