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Dr. Michael Guss, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
5.0 (6)
Map Pin Small Newton Lower Falls, MA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Michael Guss, MD

Dr. Michael Guss, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Newton Lower Falls, MA. Dr. Guss, completed a fellowship at Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Guss, completed a residency at Orthopaedic Surgery, New York University-Hospital For Joint Diseases. Patients rated Dr. Guss an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Guss works at Practice in Newton Lower Falls, MA with other offices in Newton, MA and Wellesley, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Wrist Fracture and Tenosynovitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Guss' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    2000 Washington St Ste 201, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 965-4263
  2. 2
    Office
    159 Wells Ave Ste 500, Newton, MA 02459 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 965-4263
  3. 3
    Newton Wellesley Physicians Primary Care
    978 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02482 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 219-1280

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  • Newton - Wellesley Hospital
  • Brigham And Women's Hospital
  • Martha's Vineyard Hospital

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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.
Wrist Fracture
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Broken Arm
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Carpal Tunnel Release
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Bursitis
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Elbow Sprain
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
De Quervain's Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Neuroplasty
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Replacement
AC Joint Injury
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Hand
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Arthritis of the Wrist
Back Pain
Biceps Tendinitis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dislocated Elbow
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Pain
Foot Infection
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Hand Pain
Hand Tendon Injuries
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Medial Epicondylitis
Miner's Knee
Nerve Injury
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fractures
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tendon Injuries
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Thumb Basal Joint Arthritis
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at Wrist
Upper Extremity Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Pain
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Bicep Repairs
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bone Scan
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Finger Joint Fusion
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fusion
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Reconstruction
Hand Surgery
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
McMurray's Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Injection
Shoulder Surgery
Spinal and Postural Screening
Steroid Injection
Total Shoulder Replacement
Tricep Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Surgery
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    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts
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    • Fallon Community Health Plan
    • First Health
    • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
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    About Dr. Michael Guss, MD

    Specialties*
    • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1063773711
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Orthopaedic Surgery, New York University-Hospital For Joint Diseases
    Residency
    Undergraduate School
    • Boston University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Michael Guss, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Guss is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Guss has seen patients for Wrist Fracture and Tenosynovitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Guss on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    6 patients have reviewed Dr. Guss. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Guss.

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