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Dr. David Rivedal, MD is a plastic surgeon in Wauwatosa, WI specializing in plastic surgery. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 2016 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. David Rivedal, MD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital and THE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN INC.
1155 NORTH MAYFAIR ROAD
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Milwaukee Vamc (695) 5000 W. National Avenue Milwaukee William S. Middleton Mvh (607) 2500 Overlook Terrace
West Milwaukee, WI 53705
Tendon Transfer
Tendons are rope-like fibers that connect muscles to bone. Tendon transfer surgery is a procedure that can be used to restore function to a muscle or tendon that no longer works due to injury or nerve damage. During the procedure, a neighboring tendon is 'borrowed' from an area where it is not necessary and repositioned to function in place of the damaged muscle or tendon.
Tendon transfer surgery can be performed on the arms, hands, feet, or other areas of the body where a muscle becomes unable to pull on its tendon. A nearby tendon is detached from its bone, but kept connected to its muscle, nerves, and blood supply. The loose end is connected to the bone that the patient could not move. After the attachment heals, the patient will be able to move that part of the body by flexing the newly connected muscle.
One of the benefits to tendon transfer surgery is that it does not have to be performed right away after an injury. It can be successful even if the affected area has been paralyzed for years. It does take time to retrain the brain to use a different muscle for movement, but the surgery is a powerful option to restore needed motion.
Dr. David Rivedal, MD graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 2016. He completed residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Plastic Surgery and has a state license in Wisconsin.
Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (2016)
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals (2022)
Board Certification: Plastic Surgery
Licensed In: Wisconsin
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Dr. David Rivedal, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 29 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Rivedal, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Wauwatosa, WI.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Rivedal, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,351
AxoGuard Nerve Protector $1,351 |
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Dr. David Rivedal works as a plastic surgery. His clinical interests include lower extremity reconstruction, plastic surgery procedures, and paralysis. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Rivedal attended the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health for medical school and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin for residency. His professional affiliations include Froedtert Hospital and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Wauwatosa, WI.
