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Who is Dr. Shapiro, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in New Bedford, MA?
Dr. Gilbert Shapiro, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Bedford, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Shapiro graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston City Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Mass Hosp School, Orthopedic Surgery; Lahey Clinic, Orthopedic Surgery; New England Med Ctr Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (508) 992-4024.
Where did Dr. Shapiro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Mass Hosp School, Orthopedic Surgery; Lahey Clinic, Orthopedic Surgery; New England Med Ctr Hosps, General Surgery | Boston Medical Center | Children's Hospital Boston Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shapiro board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert Shapiro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?
Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shapiro typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, conditions treated by Dr. Gilbert Shapiro may include:
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shapiro typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gilbert Shapiro may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?
What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518957935.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro
What is Dr. Gilbert Shapiro's specialty?
Dr. Shapiro is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near New Bedford, MA.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Gilbert Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shapiro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gilbert Shapiro accepting new patients in New Bedford, MA?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gilbert Shapiro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (508) 992-4024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gilbert Shapiro?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (508) 992-4024 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gilbert Shapiro have?
Dr. Gilbert Shapiro is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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