Hand Surgery
Hand surgery encompasses reconstructive surgery. Reconstructive surgery is performed to correct functional impairments or abnormal structures of the body.
Reconstructive surgery can be performed for congenital defects, skin cancer, and hand reconstruction. It is generally performed to improve functions, but may also be done to approximate a normal appearance.
Related Specialties
Locations & Hours
1215 Duff Avenue Office
1215 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
Hours
| Monday | 8am-5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am-5pm |
| Thursday | 8am-5pm |
| Friday | 8am-5pm |
Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond
403 1st Street SE
Belmond, IA 50421
Hours
Please contact this outreach clinic for information about hours and services.Marshalltown Office
421 East Merle Hibbs Boulevard
Marshalltown, IA 50158
Hours
Please contact the Orthopedic Surgery department for information regarding hours and scheduling for this outreach clinic.Services
Comprehensive Hand and Wrist Surgery
- Compression neuropathies/ carpal tunnel
- Fractures
- Arthritis
- Dislocations
- Ganglions
- Trigger fingers
- Tendon, nerve, and joint injuries
- Wrist pain
Skin Cancer
- Melanoma
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Basal cell carcinoma
Benign Skin Lesions
- Nevi/moles
- Seborrheic keratoses
- Actinic keratosis
- Skin tags
- Warts
Other Services
- Nerve injuries
- Vascular malformations
- Soft tissue tumors
- Amputations
- Congenital anomalies
- Other general reconstruction
Patient Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will I have to be off work after my surgery?
Many factors go into determining what recovery time will be after surgery. Typically, patients need to be off work 2-4 weeks for carpal tunnel surgery and 6-8 weeks after fracture repair. Dr. Bean, Dr. Friedrich, or Dr. Poag will be able to give you an estimate after visiting with you at your consultation.
Patient Education
Important Links
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
The American Society for Surgery of the Hand is the oldest medical specialty society in the United States devoted entirely to continuing medical education related to hand surgery.
