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Who is Dr. Firtch, Physiatrist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. William Firtch, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Firtch completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Firtch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Firtch’s office at (650) 299-2000.
Where did Dr. Firtch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Firtch board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. William Firtch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Firtch speak?
Dr. Firtch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Firtch typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. William Firtch may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Firtch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Firtch accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Firtch's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Firtch's office located?
Dr. William Firtch's Primary Practice
1150 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 299-2000
What is Dr. Firtch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Firtch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518045103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Firtch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Firtch
What is Dr. William Firtch's specialty?
Dr. Firtch is a Physiatrist near Redwood City, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. William Firtch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Firtch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center. 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
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Is William Firtch accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Firtch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Firtch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Firtch's office at (650) 299-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Firtch?
Please contact Dr. Firtch's office at (650) 299-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Firtch have?
Dr. William Firtch is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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