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Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder is home to the top hand and upper extremity surgeons in Maryland.

We are proud to bring together a team of dedicated hand specialists committed to providing exceptional care for your hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Our physicians are not just leaders in their field; they are trusted members of the community, with many of our hand surgeons earning the prestigious "Top Doctor" recognition from Baltimore Magazine.

You can feel confident knowing you are in the hands of knowledgeable and compassionate experts dedicated to restoring your function and quality of life. Key highlights that make our physicians stand out include:

  • Every surgeon on our team is board-certified and has completed advanced fellowship training to ensure you receive care that is both highly specialized and comprehensive.
  • We utilize cutting-edge, evidence-based techniques to create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your health goals.
  • Many of our physicians actively engage in ongoing education, teaching opportunities, and clinical research to stay at the forefront of orthopedic medicine for the upper extremity.

We encourage you to learn more about the skilled physicians and medical providers at Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder.

  • Christopher L. Forthman, MD
    Christopher L. Forthman, MD

    Hand Surgery

    Lutherville

    Westminster

  • Dr. James P. Higgins
    James P. Higgins , MD

    Plastic Surgery

    Hand Surgery

    Lutherville

  • Dr. Kristin E. Karim
    Kristin E. Karim, MD

    Hand Surgery

    Lutherville

    Clarksville

  • Dr. Keith Segalman
    Keith A. Segalman, MD

    Hand Surgery

    Lutherville

    Pasadena

  • Dr. Valeriy (Val) Shubinets
    Valeriy (Val) Shubinets, MD

    Plastic Surgery

    Hand Surgery

    Lutherville

    Bel Air

  • Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman
    Ryan M. Zimmerman, MD, FAOOS

    Hand Surgery

    Lutherville

    Bel Air

  • Jacen A. Martinez, PA-C

    Lutherville

    Westminster

  • Emily Newman
    Emily Newman, PA-C

    Lutherville

    Bel Air

    Clarksville

    Pasadena

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Image of a person's hands showing signs of trigger finger pain from repetitive work strain.

How Do Doctors Treat Trigger Finger and Dupuytren’s?

In short: Trigger finger causes painful finger locking due to inflamed tendons in the hand. Dupuytren’s contracture progressively bends fingers due to thickened palm tissue. Both conditions have effective non-surgical and surgical treatments aimed at restoring hand function. When your hands don’t work the way they should, simple daily actions can become frustrating challenges —

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Woman suffering from carpal tunnel disorder.

Can Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Cause Your Fingers to Tingle?

In short: Cubital tunnel syndrome affects the ulnar nerve, which could cause tingling in fingers. Symptoms include tingling in the ring and pinky fingers. Early diagnosis prevents long-term nerve damage. Have you ever hit your “funny bone” and felt that strange, electric shock shoot down your arm into your pinky finger? Now, imagine that sensation

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Work-related trigger finger pain.

Why Is My Finger Suddenly Locking Up?

In short, trigger finger is a condition where your finger gets stuck in a bent position and then snaps straight. Inflammation causes locking. The tendons in your finger become inflamed and cannot glide smoothly. Medical treatment works. Options range from rest and splinting to steroid injections or surgery. Early intervention matters. Seeking help sooner can

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Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder – Lutherville
Phone: (410) 296-6232
1400 Front Ave, Suite 100, Lutherville, MD 21093

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