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Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD
4.8 (129 Ratings)

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Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA.
Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD
4.8 (129 Ratings)
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Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Walnut Creek, CA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA.

About

Dr. Timmerman graduated from University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA and has 38 years experience. Dr. Timmerman currently practices at Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. and are affiliated with John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek. Dr. Timmerman has experience treating conditions like Meniscus Tear, Knee Ligament Tears and Internal Derangement of Knee among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Timmerman received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 129 times. Dr. Timmerman's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Timmerman is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Laura A. Timmerman, M.D.
    230 N Wiget Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Experience and Background Check

Meniscus Tear
Knee Ligament Tears
Internal Derangement of Knee
Meniscus Tear
Knee Ligament Tears
Internal Derangement of Knee
Meniscus Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Elbow Sprain
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Tenotomy
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Neuroplasty
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Broken Arm
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Ganglion Cyst
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Partially Dislocated Elbow (Nursemaid Elbow)
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Arthroscopic Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
Ligament Reconstruction
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Tommy John Surgery

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Timmerman
4.8
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2 Stars (2)
1 Star (6)

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Oct 03, 2024
My whole families been going to Dr Timmerman for 20 years for anything orthopedic related. I believe she is the best around always accurate and quick to diagnose and come up with a treatment plan whether surgery or PT. I can’t recommend her enough
Mike D. — Oct 03, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA and has over 37 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1986. She specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of California at Berkeley
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Uc Davis Medical Center
    1987
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • American Sports Med Institute
    1992
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Timmerman's profile.

Dr. Timmerman frequently treats the following conditions: Meniscus Tear, Knee Ligament Tears and Internal Derangement of Knee. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is affiliated with John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek.

Yes, Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Timmerman has over 38 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA

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