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Dr. Scott Burgess, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.8 (124)
Map Pin Small Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Scott Burgess, MD

Dr. Scott Burgess, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine and is affiliated with University of Michigan Health - West. Patients rated Dr. Burgess an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Burgess works at Practice in Grand Rapids, MI with other offices in Wyoming, MI. They frequently treat conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Osteoarthritis of Hand along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan 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. Burgess' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Michigan Hand Center Plc
    1111 Leffingwell Ave NE Ste 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (616) 459-7101
  2. 2
    University of Michigan Health-west
    5900 Byron Center Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49519 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (616) 252-7200

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  • University of Michigan Health - West

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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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.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Finger
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Steroid Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Wrist
Colles' Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Osteophyte
Finger Injuries
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Fracture
Infections
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteophyte of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scaphoid Fractures
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tendon Injuries
Thumb Basal Joint Arthritis
Upper Extremity Fracture
Wrist Injuries
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Basal Thumb Joint Reconstruction
Biceps Tendon Repair
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Tommy John Surgery
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion
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    About Dr. Scott Burgess, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1023080991
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mary S. Stern Hand and Microsurgical Fellowship
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • University of North Carolina Hospitals
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Wayne State University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Hope College
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Scott Burgess, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Burgess is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

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

    124 patients have reviewed Dr. Burgess. 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. Burgess.

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