How to Choose the Right Hand Surgeon

1. How Do I Choose the Right Hand Surgeon?

2. Your hands hurt all the time and your doctor believes you may have a hand condition such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Trigger Finger. Hand exercises and other non-surgical methods haven’t brought you relief and now it’s time to do something about it. It might be time to consider surgery.

3. It is important to choose the right hand surgeon not only for the long-term health of your hands but for your peace of mind. This is the first step to eliminating or significantly reducing chronic hand pain. When searching for a hand surgeon, make sure to consider these 5 things throughout the process.

4. Look for a specialist.

5. Hands are a particularly complex feature of the human body. When choosing a hand surgeon, it is best to find a physician who specializes in orthopedic surgery and has extensive training and experience in hand surgery.

6. Start by asking your primary physician for a recommendation or do some research online to find a specialist. The physician profiles on our site offer extensive information about the educational background and professional experience of Renova hand surgeons.

7. Research certification.

8. Board Certification and fellowship training are important factors when choosing a hand surgeon and signal that the doctor has received specialized in their field. 

9. The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery “the ABOS maintains the highest standards for education, practice and conduct through examination, certification, and maintenance of certification for the benefit of the public.”

10. The American Society for Surgery of the Hand To become board certified with the ASSH, doctors must have completed a year of specialized training dealing with hands, wrist, and elbow issues.

11. Schedule a consultation.

12. From diagnosis to recovery, communication is vital throughout the entire process. Meet with your doctor before scheduling a surgery to ensure there is a level of comfort between you. Clearly communicating your symptoms, pains, and concerns will ultimately lead to better results.

13. Make a list of questions.

14. Before going in for your consultation, make a list of questions you would like to ask your doctor. These questions might cover anything from the doctor’s experience to his or her approach to diagnosing and treating patients. Bringing a list of your symptoms to discuss with the doctor can also help make your consultation as valuable as possible.

15. Check with your insurance.

16. Your health may be priceless, but insurance is still a reality of modern health care. To ensure that the doctor participates in your health care plan, check with the doctor’s office and you insurance provider. Keep records of these interactions. That way there will be no surprises come bill time.

17. Get in Touch with Renova When you are ready to find the right hand surgeon for you, Renova Hand Centers are available to help guide you through the process. We work with board certified and fellowship trained doctors who are available for consultation visits in Dallas, Carrollton, Rockwall, Hurst, San Antonio, and Houston. Give us a call today or visit our website to schedule a consultation with a Renova hand specialist.