Hand, Elbow & Upper Extremity Surgery Center
The UCSF Hand, Elbow and Upper Extremity Surgery Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the upper limbs (hands, wrists, elbows, arms and shoulders). Our team includes surgeons, other types of physicians and hand therapists.
We offer state-of-the-art treatments based on outcome studies of our patients' results, as well as on studies of current and new treatments performed in our research laboratory. Treatments include nonsurgical care, surgery and therapy.
Our locations
Awards & recognition
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Best hospital in Northern California
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Best in Northern California for orthopedics
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Ranked No. 4 in the nation for orthopedics
Support services
Plan your visit
International Services
If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
Interpreters
UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.
Hospital Stays
Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
Zion.
Your Doctor Visit
See our top 10 tips for making your UCSF doctor’s appointment as stress-free and productive as possible.
Learn moreWhat to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
Our research initiatives
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UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Research
The UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery has several research programs dedicated to investigating different areas of musculoskeletal health care, such as hip, knee and spine surgery.
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