River Elliott MD
Hand Surgeon | Plastic Surgeon
Specialties
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Dr. River Elliott
River M. Elliott, MD, is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon who holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand. Fellowship-trained at the Curtis National Hand Center, Dr. Elliott provides comprehensive hand and upper extremity care to patients of all ages. He has special expertise in the treatment of hand, wrist, forearm and elbow disorders. Dr. Elliott’s practice focuses on both surgical and non-surgical treatment of common upper extremity problems, including thumb and wrist arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendon and nerve injuries, and fractures.
Dr. Elliott dedicates a significant portion of his clinical practice in treating patients with challenging and complex upper extremity problems. He has a particular interest in difficult trauma and fracture cases, pediatric and congenital hand surgery, vascular disorders, fracture malunions and non-unions, complex reconstructive surgery procedures and microsurgery.
He also offers minimally invasive treatments for common hand problems, including wrist arthroscopy, wide-awake hand surgery and endoscopic carpal tunnel release.
Testimonials
What Patients Are Saying
Dr. Elliott and his team are extremely professional and efficient.I have seen Dr. Elliott and his team on many occasions for reoccurring issues with my wrist. It was determined that surgery was the logical solution.His process for carpal tunnel release leaves minimal scars and very little rehabilitation and recovery.If I require anymore orthopedic procedures I will be coming back to OSS.
Patient Submitted Review By:
Jarred A.
July 13, 2020
I visited with an irritation on my left hand. Dr. Elliot was extremely polite, timely, and matter of fact. He was honest in telling me that my cyst was not an emergency and didn't need surgery. It was a choice I had, but not something he felt as crucial. I appreciate knowing that it wasn't necessary to spend the money. He also has a sense of humor which is nice in a doctor, especially if you're seeing them for pain. I would recommend Dr Elliot to anyone!
Patient Submitted Review By:
Krystle D.
July 13, 2020
I was thoroughly pleased with Dr. Elliott and his staff! My surgery went very well, thanks to all at OSS!
Patient Submitted Review By:
Susie M.
September 25, 2019
Certifications & Accreditations
Provider Background
- University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
- Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship: The Curtis National Hand Center, Baltimore, MD
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
- Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Subspecialty Certification: Hand Surgery
- Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)
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