Summary

Dr. John Ditzler is an orthopedic surgeon and emergency medicine physician with an exceptional 56 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Ditzler provides care in both orthopedic surgery and emergency medicine, bringing decades of expertise to complex surgical procedures and urgent medical situations. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ditzler practices at Olin E Teague Veterans Medical Center and maintains affiliations with McLane Children's Hospital Scott and White in Temple, Texas. His extensive background allows him to treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions requiring surgical intervention as well as emergency medical cases. With his dual specialty training, he offers comprehensive care for patients needing both immediate emergency treatment and specialized orthopedic surgical procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.3.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.3
  • 56 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner

Office Location

Olin E Teague Veterans Medical Center

1901 Veterans Memorial DrTemple, TX 76508

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Dr. John William Ditzler, MDDr. Chia H. Wu, MDDr. Michael Monmouth, MDDr. David C. Brown, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
4.3 
56 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Temple , TXBaytown , TXWebster , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: The University of Texas Medical Branch
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John William Ditzler

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

Medical Specialties

Dr. John William Ditzler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John William Ditzler has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

Dr. John William Ditzler holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1970.

NPI Number

Dr. Ditzler's NPI number is 1760478143.

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Ditzler affiliated with?
Dr. John Ditzler is affiliated with Olin E Teague Veterans Medical Center and Mclane Childrens Hospital Scott And White.
What languages does Dr. John Ditzler speak?
Dr. John Ditzler speaks English.

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