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Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 68
Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD
4.8 (30 Ratings)
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Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA.
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Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 68
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA.

About

Dr. Murtagh graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine and completed a residency at Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital. Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Murtagh currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Dr. Murtagh has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Foot Sprain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Murtagh received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Dr. Murtagh's office accepts new patients. Dr. Murtagh is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Foot Sprain
Bursitis
Joint Pain
Foot Sprain
Bursitis
Joint Pain
Foot Sprain
Bursitis
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Back Pain
Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement Revision
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Knee Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge Inc. A Professional Medical Corp.
    7301 Hennessy Blvd Ste 200, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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  2. 2 Office
    16158 Airline Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769
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  3. 3 Office
    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 200, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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  4. 4 Office
    7301 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Murtagh
4.8
Based on 30 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (1)

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Apr 02, 2023
Could sit with him for hours. He loves his job. He told us about the new knee replacement surgery and how much better it was. He listens and tells you what he thinks is best for you.
Edward P. — Apr 02, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

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  • Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Murtagh's profile.

Dr. Murtagh frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Foot Sprain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Gerard Murtagh, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

    17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA

  • Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet

    8585 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge, LA

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA