Francis Yamamoto, MD Orthopedic Hand Surgery

Dr. Yamamoto is a Californian by birth. He moved about the west through World War II. He subsequently attended Stanford University obtaining a bachelor's degree in biology. He then attended State University of New York (SUNY) for medical school training and internship. His professor, Dr. Crawford Campbell, instructed Dr. Yamamoto in what was intended to be a research and teaching career in the field of orthopedic surgery. The United States Army altered those plans and Dr. Yamamoto became the Assistant Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Fitzsimmons Medical Center in the early '70s. He entered into practice with Rocky Mountain Orthopedic Clinic and then subsequently joined Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists, P.C. in 1993.

Dr. Yamamoto's area of interest includes sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, reconstructive surgery of the upper and lower limbs. He also performs replacement of hip, knee and shoulder joints, and evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions not requiring surgery.

Dr. Yamamoto is a member of the Colorado Medical Society and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Yamamoto currently practices in the southern metro area of Denver. He plays golf and enjoys fishing in his spare time.

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