Dr. Franklin Chen, MD, Edison, NJ

About Dr. Franklin Chen

After graduating magna cum laude from Brown University in Rhode Island, Dr. Franklin Chen pursued his studies at The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where he earned his Medical Doctorate. Following graduation, Dr. Chen’s Medical Training began at Johns Hopkins Hospital where he completed his General Surgery internship and a four-year residency in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chen received his subspecialty training during his fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at the renowned Philadelphia Hand Center at Thomas Jefferson Medical College. After completing his extensive training, Dr. Chen joined an Orthopaedic practice in The North Shore of Chicago. Concurrently, he held an academic position as Clinical Instructor in the Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern University. He also served as a Team Physician for several Northwestern sports teams as well as Evanston High School. Dr. Chen has been recognized by America’s Registry and by New Jersey Top Doctors for distinction in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. He has also worked within the industry to develop instruments pertinent to the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH). He is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and has a CAQ (certificate of added qualifications) in the subspecialty of Hand Surgery. In addition, over the years, Dr. Chen has published many peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in the field of Orthopaedics and has been listed as one of the “Top Doctors – New York Metro Area” by Castle-Connelly since 2018.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand

Carpal tunnel & related syndromes

Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand

Joint cyst

Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm

Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand

Carpal tunnel & related syndromes

Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand

Joint cyst

Office location

Edison-Metuchen Orthopaedic Group

10 Parsonage Rd, Ste 500, Edison, NJ 08837

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Education and background

Practice names

Edison-Metuchen Orthopaedic Group

Board certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Surgery of the Hand (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)

Education and training

Medical School - The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Internship in General Surgery
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Philadelphia Hand Center at Thomas Jefferson Medical College, Fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

Professional memberships

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Society for Surgery of the Hand

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Recognized by America’s Registry and by New Jersey Top Doctors for distinction in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery
Published many peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in the field of Orthopaedics and has been listed as one of the “Top Doctors – New York Metro Area” by Castle-Connelly since 2018

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1245387554

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What practice does Dr. Franklin Chen work with?

Dr. Franklin Chen works with Edison-Metuchen Orthopaedic Group.

Where is Dr. Franklin Chen's office located?

Dr. Franklin Chen's office is located at 10 Parsonage Rd, Edison, NJ 08837.

Which board certifications does Dr. Franklin Chen have?

Dr. Franklin Chen is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Franklin Chen?

Dr. Franklin Chen frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, New Patient Visit, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Franklin Chen on their profile.