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Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 47
Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD
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Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Independence, OH.
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Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 47
Independence, OH
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Independence, OH.

About

Dr. Pylawka graduated from Rush Medical College in 2005 and completed a residency at Penn State University College of Medicine. Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Independence, OH and has 20 years experience. Dr. Pylawka currently practices at Independence Family Health Center and are affiliated with Fairview Hospital, OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, Hillcrest Hospital, Coshocton Regional Medical Center, Marion General Hospital, Union Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Akron General, Euclid Hospital, South Pointe Hospital, Blanchard Valley Hospital, Grady Memorial Hospital, Knox Community Hospital, Lutheran Hospital and Marietta Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Pylawka received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Pylawka's office accepts new patients. Dr. Pylawka is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Chondromalacia
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
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
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Bursal Drainage
Fracture Care
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff and Labral Repair
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Stabilizations
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Independence Family Health Center
    5001 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (216) 986-4000
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Columbus VA Ambulatory Care Center
    420 N James Rd, Columbus, OH 43219
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (614) 257-5200
    Monday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    Open 24 Hours 08:00 - 16:30
  3. 3 Sterling Regional Medcenter
    615 Fairhurst St, Sterling, CO 80751
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (970) 522-0122
  4. 4 Prairie Lakes Healthcare System
    401 9th Ave NW, Watertown, SD 57201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 882-7000
  5. 5 Blessing Hospital
    927 Broadway St Ste 130, Quincy, IL 62301
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (217) 214-5660

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pylawka
4.7
Based on 18 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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Oct 20, 2016
I am very happy with the care I received from Dr. Pylawka. I had shoulder surgery, and she did a wonderful job. I am healing very well, and would go back to her if ever needed.
Terry Wittler in Loraine, IL — Oct 20, 2016
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Specialties*
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rush Medical College
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Penn State University College of Medicine
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Harvard Brigham sports medicine
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pylawka's profile.

Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD is affiliated with Fairview Hospital, OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, Hillcrest Hospital, Coshocton Regional Medical Center, Marion General Hospital, Union Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Akron General, Euclid Hospital, South Pointe Hospital, Blanchard Valley Hospital, Grady Memorial Hospital, Knox Community Hospital, Lutheran Hospital and Marietta Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Tamara Pylawka, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Fairview Hospital

    18101 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH

  • OhioHealth Grant Medical Center

    111 S Grant Ave, Columbus, OH

  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    3535 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH

  • Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH

  • Hillcrest Hospital

    6780 Mayfield Rd, Mayfield Heights, OH

  • Coshocton Regional Medical Center

    1460 Orange St, Coshocton, OH

  • Marion General Hospital

    1000 McKinley Park Dr, Marion, OH

  • Union Hospital

    659 Boulevard St, Dover, OH

  • Marymount Hospital

    12300 McCracken Rd, Garfield Heights, OH

  • Akron General

    1 Akron General Ave, Akron, OH

  • Euclid Hospital

    18901 Lake Shore Blvd, Euclid, OH

  • South Pointe Hospital

    20000 Harvard Ave, Warrensville Heights, OH

  • Blanchard Valley Hospital

    1900 S Main St, Findlay, OH

  • Grady Memorial Hospital

    561 W Central Ave, Delaware, OH

  • Knox Community Hospital

    1330 Coshocton Ave, Mount Vernon, OH

  • Lutheran Hospital

    1730 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH

  • Marietta Memorial Hospital

    401 Matthew St, Marietta, OH