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Dr. Burke Gao is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in surgery and hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and has seven years of experience treating patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Gao focuses his practice on helping patients regain function and mobility through both surgical and non-surgical approaches.
Dr. Gao is affiliated with several prestigious medical centers, including Lenox Hill Hospital, Gracie Square Hospital, University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center, and Mount Sinai Queens. His practice locations span Iowa City, Iowa, Charlestown, Massachusetts, and New York, New York. He commonly treats patients experiencing fatigue, joint deformities, and muscle weakness. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, ultrasound therapy, and strength training to help patients restore their physical capabilities and return to their daily activities.
Dr. Gao is affiliated with several prestigious medical centers, including Lenox Hill Hospital, Gracie Square Hospital, University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center, and Mount Sinai Queens. His practice locations span Iowa City, Iowa, Charlestown, Massachusetts, and New York, New York. He commonly treats patients experiencing fatigue, joint deformities, and muscle weakness. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, ultrasound therapy, and strength training to help patients restore their physical capabilities and return to their daily activities.
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Quick Facts
- 7 years of experience
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
- 3 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Burke Gao has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Burke Gao, MD | Dr. Albert Chun-Jen Pai, MD | Dr. Scott Kevin Sherman, MD | Dr. Allison Welte Lorenzen, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 7 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Iowa City , IA | Cleveland , OH | Iowa City , IA | Iowa City , IA |
| Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University | Med School: Paul L Foster School Of Medicine Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ctr | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Iowa |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Burke Gao
Medical Specialties
Dr. Burke Gao has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Burke Gao has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
7 Years Experience
Dr. Burke Gao holds inactive and expired medical licenses in the states of Iowa and New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 2019.
NPI Number
Dr. Gao's NPI number is 1346700440.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Burke Gao affiliated with?
- Dr. Burke Gao is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital, Gracie Square Hospital, University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center, and Mount Sinai Queens.
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