Alexander Bitzer, MD in

Alexander Bitzer, MD

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Assistant Professor at West Virginia University
📍 Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States

Alexander Bitzer is the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at West Virginia University - East and serves as an Assistant Professor. He specializes in sports medicine, focusing on shoulder, elbow, and hip preservation. Dr. Bitzer earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Johns Hopkins University.

Dr. Bitzer demonstrates a passion for advancing his field by exploring new techniques and innovations internationally. He has traveled to Italy to collaborate with medical device designers at the Rizzoli Institute, reflecting a deep interest in enhancing patient outcomes through technology and innovative design.

He has a keen interest in medical innovation, traveling to Italy to gain expertise in orthopedic trauma solutions.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Assistant Professor
Job Level
Junior
Location
Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States
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Priorities

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Shoulder Arthroplasty
He frequently posts about complex reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) cases, emphasizing implants that optimize stability and improve patient outcomes.
Orthopedic Trauma
Focuses on treating polytrauma patients, preferring techniques like intramedullary nailing to allow for immediate weight bearing and faster mobilization.
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Career

Work history

8-2021
Assistant Professor
West Virginia University
6-2020 - 7-2021
Orthopaedic Surgeon
OrthoCarolina
7-2015 - 6-2020
Orthopaedic Surgery Resident
Johns Hopkins Hospital
5-2010 - 7-2011
Research Assistant
MedImmune
5-2008 - 12-2009
Research Assistant
Sanofi Genzyme
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Education
2015 - 2020
Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
2011 - 2015
Doctor of Medicine - MD
University of Virginia
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