Hand, wrist, and elbow function requires intricate and coordinated movement of tendons, muscles, ligaments, and bones. When one or more of these components aren’t working properly, your ability to perform daily tasks such as eating, writing, and working may be significantly impacted. Due to the complex structure of these regions, intricate surgical procedures must be performed with the utmost care and attention to detail.
Orthopedic surgeons are medical doctors (MD) or doctors of osteopathic medicine (DO) who have residency training in orthopedic surgery. Some orthopedists decide to specialize in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery and may even complete an additional year of training in a fellowship. Board certified orthopaedic surgeons have the option to pursue sub-specialty certification in hand surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. These focused specialists, often referred to as “hand surgeons”, treat orthopaedic conditions that affect the arm beneath the shoulder. Some specialized hand surgeons also treat the shoulder.
Orthopedic surgeons at UnaSource are highly skilled in treating a variety of conditions that commonly affect the elbows, hands, and wrists.