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Dr. Douglas Turgeon graduated from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1985 before completing a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, LA from 1985 to 1990.
Dr. Turgeon has one office in Texas where he specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Learn more.
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Specialties
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Orthopedic Surgery
An orthopedic surgeon in Texas, Dr. Turgeon is qualified to identify and treat trauma to the musculoskeletal system, such as the joints, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. After reaching a specific medical diagnosis, Dr. Turgeon will normally turn to surgery when all other treatment methods are already exhausted or eliminated. Patients might need the attention of an orthopedic surgeon for sports injuries, sprains, torn ligaments, fractures, and more.
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine physicians are trained to provide treatment and prevention plans for those participating in sports and related physical activities. Dr. Turgeon is trained to treat complications such as muscle tears and strains, concussions, tendon and ligament damage, shin splints, sports hernias, fractures, and a variety of others. Treatments may include rehabilitation services, therapies and a variety of surgical operations, among others.
Special Interests
- Arthroscopic Procedures of the Shoulder, Knee, Elbow & Ankle
- Cartilage Restoration & Repair of the Knee
- Fracture Management in Children & Adults
- Hip, Knee, Shoulder Replacement
- Ligament Repair and Reconstruction
- Sports Medicine
- Trauma and Adolescent Sports Injuries
Education & Training
Medical School
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LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
MD • 1985
Residency
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Ochsner Clinic • New Orleans, LA
Residency in Orthopedic Surgery • 1985 - 1990
Languages Spoken
- English
- English (United States)
- French (France)