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Dedicated to modern, innovative approaches to treating hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Teddy Atik, MD, FAAOS, provides integrative care at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Atik treats patients at the practice’s locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine from the prestigious New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in New York City, Dr. Atik went through extensive patient care training. He completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the NYU Medical Center and Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City.
Dr. Atik then finished a competitive fellowship program at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, where he gained extensive training in hand and microsurgery. He’s now board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Additionally, Dr. Atik maintains professional memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Medical Association, the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, among others.
Because of Dr. Atik’s dedication to research-driven treatments and continuing education, he earned multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly and the prestigious Castle Connolly “Top Doctors” award.
Dr. Atik is one of the pioneers of Xiaflex and Needle Aponeurotomy for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture in the U.S. since 2008 having traveled to France and learned the procedure first hand from the doctor that invented it. He is a co-designer of a safe and effective device for the treatment of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel and Cubital Tunnel Release being used by hundreds of surgeons around the United States.
Dr. Atik currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
As a leader in integrative conservative care and complex minimally invasive hand and wrist surgery, board-certified orthopedist George Gabuzda, MD, FACS, FAAOS, is a trusted practitioner. He treats patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery, which has modern offices in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
Dr. Gabuzda earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Philadelphia University Thomas Jefferson Medical School (now Sidney Kimmel Medical College). After graduating, Dr. Gabuzda completed an orthopedic surgery residency through the University of Connecticut in Hartford. To further his expertise, Dr. Gabuzda went through an in-depth hand surgery fellowship at the prestigious Tufts University in Boston.
Staying updated with both nonsurgical and surgical hand and wrist treatments is important to Dr. Gabuzda. He’s board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Gabuzda is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. Additionally, Dr. Gabuzda maintains a professional membership with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Dr. Gabuzda currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
Known for his expertise in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Raymond Decker Jr., MD, FACS, FAAOS, ABIME, CIME, can help patients recover from the pain and restore their hand functions. Dr. Decker cares for patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., Dr. Decker went through extensive patient care training. He completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey. Dr. Decker then finished a hand and microsurgery fellowship at Tampa General Hospital in Florida.
Not only is Dr. Decker board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, but he also has advanced training and professional affiliations. Dr. Decker is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
He even maintains memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Medical Association, and the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, to name a few. As a specialized medical expert, Dr. Decker is a respected certified Independent Medical Examiner and is affiliated with the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.
Dr. Decker currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
As a renowned expert in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Gary Pess, MD, FACS, FAAOS, brings a wealth of knowledge to Central Jersey Hand Surgery. He cares for patients at the state-of-the-art practice locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
Dr. Pess earned his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn. After graduating, Dr. Pess completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the New York University Langone Health Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City.
To further his expertise, Dr. Pess went through an in-depth fellowship in hand surgery, upper extremity surgery and microsurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Pess is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand. He was also trained in Needle Aponeurotomy in Paris, France.
Throughout his career, Dr. Pess has furthered his education and maintained professional affiliations to ensure he stays up to date with the latest advancements in medicine. He holds a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery, in addition to memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Association for Hand Surgery and the American Medical Association, among others. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
He is the co-inventor of a knife used for minimally invasive trigger finger release and a world-wide expert in Needle Aponeurotomy and Xiaflex for Dupuytren’s contracture.
Because of Dr. Pess’ dedication to high-quality patient care and continuing education, he’s the recipient of numerous awards. Dr. Pess was listed as one of the prestigious Castle Connely “Top Doctors,” in addition to multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly.
Dr. Pess currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
As a native of Monmouth County, Jeremy Ruskin, MD, is excited to provide care of the *elbow, wrist, and hand to his patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Ruskin treats patients in the practice’s offices in Eatontown, Freehold, and Toms River.
Dr. Ruskin earned his bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. From there, he attended Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School and earned his Doctorate of Medicine. He remained at Rutgers where he completed his residency in orthopedic surgery. Finally, Dr. Ruskin completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.
As a part of his practice, Dr. Ruskin takes care of injuries throughout the entire upper extremity, from the shoulder down to the fingers. He has a special interest in shoulder replacements, shoulder arthroscopy, traumatic injuries of the elbow, fracture care, the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries, surgical and non-surgical treatment of arthritis, and sports injuries. His aim is to take care of all of your upper extremity needs, both surgically and non-surgically.
Dr. Ruskin is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and dog, cooking and eating, and riding his Peloton bike.
As a native of Monmouth County, Jeremy Ruskin, MD, is excited to provide care of the *elbow, wrist, and hand to his patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Ruskin treats patients in the practice’s offices in Eatontown, Freehold, and Toms River.
Dr. Ruskin earned his bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. From there, he attended Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School and earned his Doctorate of Medicine. He remained at Rutgers where he completed his residency in orthopedic surgery. Finally, Dr. Ruskin completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.
As a part of his practice, Dr. Ruskin takes care of injuries throughout the entire upper extremity, from the shoulder down to the fingers. He has a special interest in shoulder replacements, shoulder arthroscopy, traumatic injuries of the elbow, fracture care, the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries, surgical and non-surgical treatment of arthritis, and sports injuries. His aim is to take care of all of your upper extremity needs, both surgically and non-surgically.
Dr. Ruskin is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and dog, cooking and eating, and riding his Peloton bike.
As a leader in integrative conservative care and complex minimally invasive hand and wrist surgery, board-certified orthopedist George Gabuzda, MD, FACS, FAAOS, is a trusted practitioner. He treats patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery, which has modern offices in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
Dr. Gabuzda earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Philadelphia University Thomas Jefferson Medical School (now Sidney Kimmel Medical College). After graduating, Dr. Gabuzda completed an orthopedic surgery residency through the University of Connecticut in Hartford. To further his expertise, Dr. Gabuzda went through an in-depth hand surgery fellowship at the prestigious Tufts University in Boston.
Staying updated with both nonsurgical and surgical hand and wrist treatments is important to Dr. Gabuzda. He’s board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Gabuzda is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. Additionally, Dr. Gabuzda maintains a professional membership with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Dr. Gabuzda currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
As a native of Monmouth County, Jeremy Ruskin, MD, is excited to provide care of the *elbow, wrist, and hand to his patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Ruskin treats patients in the practice’s offices in Eatontown, Freehold, and Toms River.
Dr. Ruskin earned his bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. From there, he attended Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School and earned his Doctorate of Medicine. He remained at Rutgers where he completed his residency in orthopedic surgery. Finally, Dr. Ruskin completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.
As a part of his practice, Dr. Ruskin takes care of injuries throughout the entire upper extremity, from the shoulder down to the fingers. He has a special interest in shoulder replacements, shoulder arthroscopy, traumatic injuries of the elbow, fracture care, the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries, surgical and non-surgical treatment of arthritis, and sports injuries. His aim is to take care of all of your upper extremity needs, both surgically and non-surgically.
Dr. Ruskin is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and dog, cooking and eating, and riding his Peloton bike.
As a renowned expert in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Gary Pess, MD, FACS, FAAOS, brings a wealth of knowledge to Central Jersey Hand Surgery. He cares for patients at the state-of-the-art practice locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.
Dr. Pess earned his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn. After graduating, Dr. Pess completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the New York University Langone Health Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City.
To further his expertise, Dr. Pess went through an in-depth fellowship in hand surgery, upper extremity surgery and microsurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Pess is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand. He was also trained in Needle Aponeurotomy in Paris, France.
Throughout his career, Dr. Pess has furthered his education and maintained professional affiliations to ensure he stays up to date with the latest advancements in medicine. He holds a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery, in addition to memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Association for Hand Surgery and the American Medical Association, among others. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
He is the co-inventor of a knife used for minimally invasive trigger finger release and a world-wide expert in Needle Aponeurotomy and Xiaflex for Dupuytren’s contracture.
Because of Dr. Pess’ dedication to high-quality patient care and continuing education, he’s the recipient of numerous awards. Dr. Pess was listed as one of the prestigious Castle Connely “Top Doctors,” in addition to multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly.
Dr. Pess currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.
John Hand, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in care of the upper extremity. He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse. His residency followed at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hand then completed a fellowship in hand and microsurgery at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in Western York. He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic surgery (ABOS).
Dr. Hand evaluates and treats disorders from the elbow to the fingertips, simple to complex, in the adolescent and adult population primarily. Each patient is given undivided attention, a thorough explanation of the condition, and instruction on different treatment options. His approach to treating patients has always been one of shared decision making, such that the plan of care aligns with the patient's preferences and values.
Dr. Hand has been recognized by Castle and Connolly as a regional "top doctor” for over fifteen consecutive years. He believes in supporting the greater Sarasota community with educational efforts and volunteerism. Like his partners, Drs. Schofield and Bright, he has been a clinical assistant professor for the Florida State University College of Medicine since 2005. He has also provided volunteer surgical services for the uninsured via the Sarasota Memorial Hospital Community Medical Clinic throughout his career.
John C. Crick, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with added certifications in hand surgery at Bahri Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. His comprehensive education and background make him an expert specialist in hand and wrist surgery.
Dr. Crick attended medical school at the University of Michigan and then continued with an internship at the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles, California. He then went on to practice emergency medicine as a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Dr. Crick found his special interest in trauma and continued to complete an orthopedic residency and fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand where he continues to serve on the self-assessment examination committee.
He has been recognized as a top surgeon by Castle Connelly for over 10 years. Dr. Crick has published over a dozen scientific articles on nerve and artery injuries, children’s hand fractures, athletic injuries of the hand, wrist fractures, tissue plasminogen activator, and the legal aspects of reflex sympathetic dystrophy.
Dr. Crick is a recipient of the Beal’s Award for outstanding scientific paper by the Duval County Medical Society. In addition to his many research contributions, he continues to dedicate time to teaching, having served as a faculty member for orthopedic training in Lima, Peru.
He helps patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, thumb or hand arthritis, hand and wrist injuries, hand fractures, Dupuytren’s disease, trigger finger, DeQuervain’s tendonitis, wrist arthroscopy, tendon injury, ligament injury, and gamekeeper’s thumb.
Call the clinic or schedule an appointment online today to learn how Dr. Crick can help you with your hand and wrist needs.
John C. Crick, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with added certifications in hand surgery at Bahri Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. His comprehensive education and background make him an expert specialist in hand and wrist surgery.
Dr. Crick attended medical school at the University of Michigan and then continued with an internship at the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles, California. He then went on to practice emergency medicine as a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Dr. Crick found his special interest in trauma and continued to complete an orthopedic residency and fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand where he continues to serve on the self-assessment examination committee.
He has been recognized as a top surgeon by Castle Connelly for over 10 years. Dr. Crick has published over a dozen scientific articles on nerve and artery injuries, children’s hand fractures, athletic injuries of the hand, wrist fractures, tissue plasminogen activator, and the legal aspects of reflex sympathetic dystrophy.
Dr. Crick is a recipient of the Beal’s Award for outstanding scientific paper by the Duval County Medical Society. In addition to his many research contributions, he continues to dedicate time to teaching, having served as a faculty member for orthopedic training in Lima, Peru.
He helps patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, thumb or hand arthritis, hand and wrist injuries, hand fractures, Dupuytren’s disease, trigger finger, DeQuervain’s tendonitis, wrist arthroscopy, tendon injury, ligament injury, and gamekeeper’s thumb.
Call the clinic or schedule an appointment online today to learn how Dr. Crick can help you with your hand and wrist needs.
Sotirios Papafragkou, MD, FACS, is a triple board-certified surgeon at Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island in Roslyn Heights, New York. Dr. Papafragkou is board-certified in plastic surgery, hand and microvascular surgery, and general surgery. He is an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and The Aesthetic Society (ASAPS).
Dr. Papafragkou is proud to serve the communities in Long Island and New York City. In addition to his plastic surgery training, Dr. Papafragkou completed three additional fellowships. In Belgium, he was trained under the world-renowned Dr. Blondeel, specifically for breast reconstruction and microvascular surgery. Moreover, he completed an additional aesthetics fellowship under the world expert in eyelid surgery, Dr. Mark Codner, in Atlanta, GA.
Dr. Papafragkou also completed a fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey, now part of Rutgers University. He specializes in breast reductions with a short scar technique, blepharoplasties, endoscopic brow lifts, breast reconstruction, augmentation, and lift, body contouring, and hand surgery.
After graduating from medical school, Dr. Papafragkou completed a general surgery residency at Nassau University Medical Center on Long Island. He completed his formal plastic and reconstructive training at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He also completed a hand and microvascular fellowship and cosmetic and oculoplastic fellowship. Dr. Papafragkou rounded out his training by completing a breast reconstruction fellowship in Belgium.
Dr. Papafragkou is passionate about teaching and medical research. He participated in studies at Columbia University as well as at Mount Sinai West, formerly St. Luke’s-Roosevelt in New York City. He has received the 2006-2007 award for outstanding resident research. Dr. Papafragkou has published several studies in prestigious medical journals, including the Journal of Hand Surgery.
At this orthopedic hand and microvascular fellowship, Dr. Papafragkou treated complex hand and upper extremity trauma, including nerve injuries. He also treats hand conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, dupuytren’s contracture, trigger fingers, and cubital tunnel. At his aesthetic and oculoplastic fellowship, he focused on cosmetic eyelid surgery, aesthetic breast surgery, facelifts, and endoscopic brow lifts. At his Breast Reconstruction fellowship, Dr. Papafragkou was exposed to post-mastectomy breast reconstruction and microvascular surgery.
Dr. Papafragkou is fluent in his native Greek language.
Originally from Texas, Dr. Eric Waetjen earned his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa, where he was recognized as the most outstanding resident. Dr. Waetjen completed a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.
Dr. Waetjen has been involved in numerous research projects relating to hand surgery. He practiced as a general surgeon before beginning his fellowship and worked as an anatomy teaching assistant at the University of Texas School of Medicine while completing his doctorate. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Dr. Waetjen specializes in hand and wrist surgery and treatment, including forearm and hand fractures, wrist arthroscopy, micro-surgery, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, small joint replacement, nerve compression, pediatric hand surgery, sport-related injuries and more.
Originally from Texas, Dr. Eric Waetjen earned his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa, where he was recognized as the most outstanding resident. Dr. Waetjen completed a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.
Dr. Waetjen has been involved in numerous research projects relating to hand surgery. He practiced as a general surgeon before beginning his fellowship and worked as an anatomy teaching assistant at the University of Texas School of Medicine while completing his doctorate. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Dr. Waetjen specializes in hand and wrist surgery and treatment, including forearm and hand fractures, wrist arthroscopy, micro-surgery, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, small joint replacement, nerve compression, pediatric hand surgery, sport-related injuries and more.
Mary Elizabeth Gibson, MD is a fellowship trained orthopaedic hand surgeon, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hand, wrist, and elbow problems. Dr. Gibson also has training in general orthopaedics and fracture management of patients of all ages.
Born and raised in the Houston area, she earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Tulsa. She worked in the Texas Medical Center as an RN before attending medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. This unique background has given her an appreciation for healthcare at all levels, and the understanding of a collaborative approach to patient care.
Dr. Gibson completed orthopaedic residency at Orlando Health, a high volume hospital, which provided a broad educational base. During her time in Orlando, she served as administrative chief resident, and also earned the Resident Community Service Award for her work on a public service campaign to raise awareness of firework related injuries.
She then went on to complete Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, which included microvascular and peripheral nerve surgery. After fellowship, she worked in private practice in Tupelo, MS. Dr. Gibson and her family are thrilled at the opportunity to return to Texas. She is a member of several professional organizations including Texas Medical Association, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society.
At Northeast Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Gibson specializes in the treatment of traumatic and degenerative conditions of the upper extremity including trigger finger, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, peripheral nerve injury, ganglion cyst, tendon problems, sport injuries, hand and wrist arthritis, Dupuytren’s disease, and fracture management. She appreciates the beneficial impact surgery can have, but believes that nonsurgical treatments including therapy, injections, and activity modification should be attempted first. Dr. Gibson prides herself in building a patient specific treatment plan to best meet the patients’ needs.
Publications
Cardin S, Faber R, Miller D, Gibson ME, Lewellyn B. Encouraging Firework Safety Through Public Service Announcements. J Hand Surg Am. 2022 Jan 22:S0363-5023(21)
Heydemann, J., Hartline, B., Gibson, M. E., Ambrose, C. G., Munz, J. W., Galpin, M., Gary, J. L. (2016, June 15). Do Transsacral-transiliac Screws Across Uninjured Sacroiliac Joints Affect Pain and Functional Outcomes in Trauma Patients? Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research® Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(6), 1417-1421.
Mehta, J., Gibson, M.E., Amaro-Driedger, D., & Hussain, M. (2016, June 13). Thoracic epidural analgesia to control malignant pain until viability in a pregnant patient. JPR Journal of Pain Research, 2016 (9),357-60.
Lewellyn, B. J. & Gibson, M.E. (2019, June 20). Firework Safety: Facebook Live Video. Orlando Health Facebook Page.
Gibson, M.E. (2019, July 2). Fireworks Safety: Live Interview. Spectrum News 13. Orlando, FL.
Gibson M.E. (2019, July 10). Firework Injuries: Live Interview. WFTV Channel 9 News. Orlando, FL
Mary Elizabeth Gibson, MD is a fellowship trained orthopaedic hand surgeon, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hand, wrist, and elbow problems. Dr. Gibson also has training in general orthopaedics and fracture management of patients of all ages.
Born and raised in the Houston area, she earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Tulsa. She worked in the Texas Medical Center as an RN before attending medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. This unique background has given her an appreciation for healthcare at all levels, and the understanding of a collaborative approach to patient care.
Dr. Gibson completed orthopaedic residency at Orlando Health, a high volume hospital, which provided a broad educational base. During her time in Orlando, she served as administrative chief resident, and also earned the Resident Community Service Award for her work on a public service campaign to raise awareness of firework related injuries.
She then went on to complete Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, which included microvascular and peripheral nerve surgery. After fellowship, she worked in private practice in Tupelo, MS. Dr. Gibson and her family are thrilled at the opportunity to return to Texas. She is a member of several professional organizations including Texas Medical Association, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society.
At Northeast Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Gibson specializes in the treatment of traumatic and degenerative conditions of the upper extremity including trigger finger, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, peripheral nerve injury, ganglion cyst, tendon problems, sport injuries, hand and wrist arthritis, Dupuytren’s disease, and fracture management. She appreciates the beneficial impact surgery can have, but believes that nonsurgical treatments including therapy, injections, and activity modification should be attempted first. Dr. Gibson prides herself in building a patient specific treatment plan to best meet the patients’ needs.
Publications
Cardin S, Faber R, Miller D, Gibson ME, Lewellyn B. Encouraging Firework Safety Through Public Service Announcements. J Hand Surg Am. 2022 Jan 22:S0363-5023(21)
Heydemann, J., Hartline, B., Gibson, M. E., Ambrose, C. G., Munz, J. W., Galpin, M., Gary, J. L. (2016, June 15). Do Transsacral-transiliac Screws Across Uninjured Sacroiliac Joints Affect Pain and Functional Outcomes in Trauma Patients? Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research® Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(6), 1417-1421.
Mehta, J., Gibson, M.E., Amaro-Driedger, D., & Hussain, M. (2016, June 13). Thoracic epidural analgesia to control malignant pain until viability in a pregnant patient. JPR Journal of Pain Research, 2016 (9),357-60.
Lewellyn, B. J. & Gibson, M.E. (2019, June 20). Firework Safety: Facebook Live Video. Orlando Health Facebook Page.
Gibson, M.E. (2019, July 2). Fireworks Safety: Live Interview. Spectrum News 13. Orlando, FL.
Gibson M.E. (2019, July 10). Firework Injuries: Live Interview. WFTV Channel 9 News. Orlando, FL
Mary Elizabeth Gibson, MD is a fellowship trained orthopaedic hand surgeon, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hand, wrist, and elbow problems. Dr. Gibson also has training in general orthopaedics and fracture management of patients of all ages.
Born and raised in the Houston area, she earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Tulsa. She worked in the Texas Medical Center as an RN before attending medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. This unique background has given her an appreciation for healthcare at all levels, and the understanding of a collaborative approach to patient care.
Dr. Gibson completed orthopaedic residency at Orlando Health, a high volume hospital, which provided a broad educational base. During her time in Orlando, she served as administrative chief resident, and also earned the Resident Community Service Award for her work on a public service campaign to raise awareness of firework related injuries.
She then went on to complete Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, which included microvascular and peripheral nerve surgery. After fellowship, she worked in private practice in Tupelo, MS. Dr. Gibson and her family are thrilled at the opportunity to return to Texas. She is a member of several professional organizations including Texas Medical Association, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society.
At Northeast Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Gibson specializes in the treatment of traumatic and degenerative conditions of the upper extremity including trigger finger, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, peripheral nerve injury, ganglion cyst, tendon problems, sport injuries, hand and wrist arthritis, Dupuytren’s disease, and fracture management. She appreciates the beneficial impact surgery can have, but believes that nonsurgical treatments including therapy, injections, and activity modification should be attempted first. Dr. Gibson prides herself in building a patient specific treatment plan to best meet the patients’ needs.
Publications
Cardin S, Faber R, Miller D, Gibson ME, Lewellyn B. Encouraging Firework Safety Through Public Service Announcements. J Hand Surg Am. 2022 Jan 22:S0363-5023(21)
Heydemann, J., Hartline, B., Gibson, M. E., Ambrose, C. G., Munz, J. W., Galpin, M., Gary, J. L. (2016, June 15). Do Transsacral-transiliac Screws Across Uninjured Sacroiliac Joints Affect Pain and Functional Outcomes in Trauma Patients? Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research® Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(6), 1417-1421.
Mehta, J., Gibson, M.E., Amaro-Driedger, D., & Hussain, M. (2016, June 13). Thoracic epidural analgesia to control malignant pain until viability in a pregnant patient. JPR Journal of Pain Research, 2016 (9),357-60.
Lewellyn, B. J. & Gibson, M.E. (2019, June 20). Firework Safety: Facebook Live Video. Orlando Health Facebook Page.
Gibson, M.E. (2019, July 2). Fireworks Safety: Live Interview. Spectrum News 13. Orlando, FL.
Gibson M.E. (2019, July 10). Firework Injuries: Live Interview. WFTV Channel 9 News. Orlando, FL
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