Practice Statement

A graduate of Harvard College, M.I.T., and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Douglas Chin trained in Orthopedic Hand Surgery and Microsurgery at UCLA and in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the internationally renowned NYU Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. Utilizing the latest orthopedic and plastic surgical techniques, including microsurgery, arthroscopy and endoscopic surgery, Dr. ... Chin applies a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of complex upper extremity conditions, including fractures, arthritis, nerve injuries, cosmetic deformities, sports injuries, and cumulative trauma disorders. With special expertise in arthroscopy, endoscopy, and other minimally invasive techniques, surgeries can now be performed in a way that not only minimizes the cosmetic effects but also the functional effects of scarring, such as joint stiffness, tendon adhesions, and nerve compression. Dr. Chin specializes in the treatment of bone, tendon, and joint conditions, facial deformities, and peripheral nerve conditions, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, and traumatic nerve injuries.
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