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Summary
Dr. Howard Schwartz is an orthopedic surgeon with six decades of experience treating patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed his residency training at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. His extensive career in orthopedic surgery has given him deep expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal problems.
Dr. Schwartz practices at Dominican Hospital and Santa Cruz Medical Clinic, both located in Santa Cruz, California. His primary hospital affiliation is with Dominican Hospital, where he provides comprehensive orthopedic care. With 60 years of practice, he brings significant experience to help patients with various bone and joint issues that may require surgical or non-surgical treatment approaches.
Dr. Schwartz practices at Dominican Hospital and Santa Cruz Medical Clinic, both located in Santa Cruz, California. His primary hospital affiliation is with Dominican Hospital, where he provides comprehensive orthopedic care. With 60 years of practice, he brings significant experience to help patients with various bone and joint issues that may require surgical or non-surgical treatment approaches.
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Quick Facts
- 60 years of experience
- Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 16 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Howard Stefan Schwartz has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Howard Stefan Schwartz, MD | Dr. Christopher Mow, MD | Dr. David E. Oji, MD | Dr. Michael Klassen, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 60 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Korean | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Santa Cruz , CA | Los Gatos , CA | Los Gatos , CA | Monterey , CA |
| Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Howard Stefan Schwartz has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Howard Stefan Schwartz has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
60 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Medical School
George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health SciencesGraduated in 1966
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- Dr. Howard Schwartz's office is located at 1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.
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