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Dr. John Fowler, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.6 (33)
Map Pin Small Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Overview of Dr. John Fowler, MD

Dr. John Fowler, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from Temple University and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Patients rated Dr. Fowler an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Fowler works at Practice in Pittsburgh, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis of Wrist and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Fowler's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Harry Rubash MD
    3471 5th Ave Ste 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 687-3900
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    University of Pittsburgh Physicians
    3471 5th Ave Ste 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 605-3245

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  • UPMC Presbyterian

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Joint Pain
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Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Carpal Tunnel Release
Broken Arm
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Arthritis of the Elbow
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bursitis
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Carpal Fractures
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Distal Radius Fracture
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tendonitis
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroplasty
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Fracture Care
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Joint Drainage
Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
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    4.6
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    About Dr. John Fowler, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1619137205
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • UPMC - Presbyterian
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Temple U/Temple University Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Temple University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • 2003
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. John Fowler, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Fowler is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Fowler has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Fowler has seen patients for Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis of Wrist and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Fowler on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    33 patients have reviewed Dr. Fowler. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Fowler.

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