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David Burns, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
MultiCare Provider
Location
315 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Third Floor (Philip Pavilion), Tacoma, WA, 98405
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David Burns, MD, PhD is an orthopedic surgeon with dual fellowship training in orthopedic trauma and complex limb reconstruction. He specializes in the treatment of fractures, post-traumatic reconstruction, limb salvage, deformity correction, limb lengthening, and limb replacement surgery. Dr. Burns is committed to restoring function and improving the quality of life for his patients through advanced surgical techniques and personalized care.

Dr. Burns surgical expertise specifically includes:

  • Complex upper and lower extremity fractures
  • Pelvis and acetabular fractures
  • Nonunions, malunions, bone defects
  • Osteomyelitis and fracture related infections
  • Congenital deformity correction (e.g. knock knees, bow legs, torsional malalignment)
  • Joint preservation and realignment
  • Osseointegration amputation reconstruction
  • Ilizarov reconstruction surgery
  • Upper and lower limb length discrepancy
  • Limb lengthening
Languages: English
Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Board Eligible; Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada
Professional School: McMaster University (Hamilton, Canada)
Residency: University of Toronto (Toronto, Canada)
Fellowship: Harborview Medical Center, Orthopedic Trauma (Seattle, WA); Hospital for Special Surgery, Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction (New York, NY)
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Medical Partners
Medical Association Memberships:
  • Orthopaedic Trauma Association
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Canadian Orthopaedic Association
Practice Philosophy:

I believe in a patient-centered approach, focused on understanding the unique needs of each individual. Often there are multiple solutions to challenging problems, and I take the time to understand my patients needs and goals before deciding on the optimal treatment plan together. With my expertise in both orthopedic trauma and limb reconstruction, I am able to offer a diverse array of the most advanced reconstructive techniques in orthopedics. I take pride in carefully planning and carrying out each surgery with the goal of achieving the best outcome possible for my patients and their families.