Specialties
Special Interests
- Arthritis of the Hand, Wrist and Elbow
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Wrist Replacement
- Hand and Wrist Fracture Care
- Treatment of Finger and Hand Traumatic Injuries including Tendon and Nerve Repair Surgery
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Trigger Finger Release
- Dupuytren’s Contracture
- Sports-Related Hand, Wrist and Elbow Injuries
- Wrist Arthroscopy
About
Education
- BA/BS: University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
- MD: Washington University, St Louis, MO
Residency
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
Fellowship
- Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Certification
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Associations
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Patient/Provider Philosophy
My goal is to provide patients with a thorough understanding of their condition, based on the best available evidence, to assist them in making informed health care decisions. I enjoy teaching, and I strive to ensure that patients understand their diagnosis, so that together, we can reach the best, individualized approach to their problem. I also value a patient-centered approach, one in which I get to know the person as an individual with his/her own unique background, goals and expectations. This allows me to work most effectively with the patient, as I draw on my knowledge and training, to find the right solution that fits his/her comprehensive clinical picture.
Personal Interests
Spending time with my wife, Ruth, and our daughter, Liana, is a very special part of my life. Together we love outdoor activities including cycling, hiking and scuba diving. We enjoy good food and cooking for friends and family. Ruth and I like going swing dancing and I enjoy playing the piano. As an Iowa native, I am excited to return home after training in the Northeast and Midwest for many years.
