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Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.8 (82)
Map Pin Small Syracuse, NY
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, MD

Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Syracuse, NY. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 14 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from SUNY Upstate Med University and is affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital Health Center. Dr. Fitzgerald, completed a residency at University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Fitzgerald an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Fitzgerald works at Practice in Syracuse, NY with other offices in Liverpool, NY, East Syracuse, NY and Camillus, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Broken Arm and Limb Pain 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. Fitzgerald's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Fitness Forum Physical and Occupational Therapy Pllc
    5719 Widewaters Pkwy, Syracuse, NY 13214 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 251-3100
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    Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists PC
    8324 Oswego Rd Ste B, Liverpool, NY 13090 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 418-4188
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    5824 Widewaters Pkwy, East Syracuse, NY 13057 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 251-3100
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    Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists P.c.
    5700 W Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 487-4876

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Saint Joseph's Hospital Health Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Broken Arm
Limb Pain

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.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Broken Arm
Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Dupuytrens Contracture
Femur Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hip Fracture
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arm Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement
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    4.8
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 14 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1942525662
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center, Indianapolis, In
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • SUNY Upstate Med University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Le Moyne College, Syracuse, Ny
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Fitzgerald is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Fitzgerald has seen patients for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Broken Arm and Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Fitzgerald on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    82 patients have reviewed Dr. Fitzgerald. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Fitzgerald.

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