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Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.8 (123)
Map Pin Small Walnut Creek, CA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD

Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from University of California at Berkeley and is affiliated with John Muir Health – Walnut Creek Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Timmerman an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Timmerman works at Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. in Walnut Creek, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Timmerman's Office Locations

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    Laura A. Timmerman, M.D.
    230 N Wiget Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (925) 952-4080
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:00

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  • John Muir Health – Walnut Creek Medical Center

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Knee Ligament Reconstruction
Ligament Reconstruction
Meniscus Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
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Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
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    4.8
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    About Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 38 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1225052681
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • American Sports Med Institute
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Uc Davis Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of California at Berkeley
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Timmerman is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Timmerman works at Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. in Walnut Creek, CA. View the full address on Dr. Timmerman’s profile.

    123 patients have reviewed Dr. Timmerman. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Timmerman.

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