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Dr. Richard Cobden, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.0 (8)
Map Pin Small Fairbanks, AK
Accepting new patients
56 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Cobden, MD

Dr. Richard Cobden, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Fairbanks, AK. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 56 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine and is affiliated with Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. Dr. Cobden, completed a residency at Los Angeles Chldns Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Cobden an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Cobden works at Practice in Fairbanks, AK. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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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    Alpine Medical Group LLC
    1405 Kellum St Ste 101, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (907) 374-4636

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  • Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

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    About Dr. Richard Cobden, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 56 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1750396479
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Massachusetts General Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Los Angeles Chldns Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • La Co Usc Med Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University Of Southern California
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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