| | David A. Cook, M.D. Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon | Dr. Cook's Practice Philosophy |
Dr. Cook finds his orthopedic practice immensely satisfying because, in most cases, he can offer real, concrete improvement in a relatively short time period. He believes that every reasonable non-operative treatment should be tried before resorting to surgery. While sometimes surgery is the best and only remedy, medication, or other options may be more reasonable and prudent treatments. And treatments with the least risk of complications are usually the best. Dr. Cook will help you understand what you can do to hasten your return to good health and full function. He will stress the important role that a healthy mental outlook and a positive attitude play in healing. And he will respect your decisions - he'll take the time to explain the options as thoroughly as possible so you can make informed, competent decisions for yourself and your family.
| Personal Information |
A native of Bountiful, Utah, Dr. Cook is a graduate of the University of Utah (Summa Com Laude), and Vanderbilt University Medical School, where he graduated first in his class. He served as Chief Resident during his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and was board certified in orthopaedic surgery in 1994. For four years he served as Chief of Orthopaedics at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. He also held an appointment as Orthopaedic Consultant to the U.S. Space Command, before entering private practice at Tanner Clinic. Dr. Cook lives in Syracuse with his wife, Diane, and their six children. He's an avid reader, and also enjoys swimming, fishing, and hunting.
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