Joseph A.
Buckwalter V
MD, PhD
- Orthopedics and Rehabilitation
- Orthopedics and Rehabilitation
- For all other requests:
- 1-800-777-8442
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About Joseph A. Buckwalter V
Joseph Buckwalter V, MD, PhD is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating the hand and upper extremity in both adults and children. He treats common adult hand and upper extremity conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, trigger fingers, hand, finger, wrist, and elbow arthritis, fractures of the hand, wrist, and elbow, as well as complex soft tissue reconstruction. Additionally, he treats pediatric conditions such as trigger fingers, fractures, and congenital hand differences.
He actively participates in research involving nerve recovery after nerve injury and the kinematics of the wrist and hand after fracture or injury.
Buckwalter received his medical degree from the University of California at San Diego before completing his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at University of Iowa Health Care. He completed a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity at Washington University, St. Louis.
Research
- UI orthopedic surgeons treat Nebraska boy with unresolved bone fractures
- Carolyn’s lingering arm pain vanishes after she gets a second opinion from a wrist and elbow specialist
- After nearly losing his arm in a go-kart crash, Todd is playing basketball again
- Tendon repair and nerve graft save Dan’s foot after chainsaw accident
- Expert hand surgery and hope get Ray back to a normal life after tragedy
Training and Education
- Degrees
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MD, University of California, San Diego
PhD, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
BS, Duke University, Durham, N.C.
- Residencies
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Orthopedic Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa
- Fellowships
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Hand and Upper Extremity, Washington University, St. Louis
Ratings
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