Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeries
The Center for Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery offers comprehensive, highly specialized treatments for hand and upper extremity injuries and conditions. Our dedicated team of providers is composed of surgeons with sub-specialty expertise in hand and upper extremity surgery and microsurgery, as well as a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializing in pain management.
World-Class Surgical Procedures From the Best and Most Trusted Hands
The Center for Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery is highly regarded for offering life-altering procedures that are rarely offered by other medical professionals worldwide. In fact, some of our surgical procedures are first-of-its-kind innovations developed by our very own team of surgeons.
Our award-winning physicians have been featured on a plethora of medical journals and national media, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Doctors, CNN, Fox News, CBS, ABC, and the Discovery Channel, as well as a myriad of local news programs and newspapers.
We offer virtual and in-person consultations to understand your condition and review your treatment options.
Medical Innovation with Utmost Care and Compassion
Because of our groundbreaking treatments, patients often travel across the country and around the globe to our New Jersey-based practice to take advantage of our expertise. Our surgeons are not only keen on their craft, but most importantly, they understand the care, and trust necessary to attain the best results for our patients.
This is why we pride our practice not only on the medical innovations but the level of care we give every patient. We pair innovative modern technology with a relaxing environment so our patients can feel secure, at home, and confident.
Our caring, attentive, and highly knowledgeable staff immediately are with you from step one – making sure you are not only informed but also comfortable. Surgery is an intimate and often life-changing process so we want you to know that you are in good hands.
Find Out if Our Surgical Procedures are Right For You
Call 848-800-4263 or fill out the form and we’ll be in touch to answer all of your questions and get you more information. Our staff will contact you within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeries We Offer
Tendon Injuries & Conditions
We can treat the pain arising from these conditions in various fashions, ranging from steroid injections to surgical procedures. If you have been diagnosed with a tendon injury or condition, or are concerned that you might have one, we can evaluate your condition and determine the best treatment to restore your function.
Nerve Injuries & Compression
Nerve injuries may include difficulty in moving a muscle in the arm or hand or with an altered or absent sensation in a specific part of the hand or fingers. Nerves of the upper extremities may experience excessive pressure, known as “pinching” of the nerve. We offer groundbreaking nerve surgeries for brachial plexus injuries or nerve compression syndrome, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, and radial tunnel syndrome.
Fractures
Some fractures can be treated with a cast, and others will need surgery to return the bones to their correct position. If you have been diagnosed with a wrist, finger, or hand fracture, or are concerned that you might have one, our practice can assess your condition and determine the best treatment to heal your fracture and restore your function.
Hand Reconstruction
In a situation where the benefits outweigh the risks – our hand surgery specialists offer hand, finger, or arm replantation or reattachment. We also offer toe-to-finger-transplant which is a common surgical procedure that involves taking tissue (bone, skin, nerves, etc.) from one area of a patient’s body and transferring it to another area of the body to improve form or function.
Arthritis
Arthritis is an extremely common but poorly understood condition. There are over 100 types of arthritis and related conditions that make up the leading cause of disability in America. In the United States, 23% of adults (over 54 million people) have some type of arthritis. We offer innovative treatments aimed to decrease pain and disability for those affected by arthritis.
Upper Extremity Amputation & Targeted Muscle Reinnervation
Following an amputation, many patients are presented with not only functional limitations but may also experience psychological and social challenges as well as significant phantom pain. With advances in surgery and modern prosthetic technology, many patients are now able to re-adjust to their everyday activities following amputation.
About The Center for Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
The Center for Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery offers comprehensive treatments for hand and upper extremity injuries. We have a renowned team of surgeons with subspecialty expertise in hand and upper extremity surgery and microsurgery, as well as a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializing in pain management.
We are dedicated to providing advanced treatments for injuries and disorders affecting the upper extremity, consisting of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. When left untreated, problems affecting the upper extremity may lead to impairments in function and chronic pain, significantly impacting a patient’s quality of life. Our multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach to treatment allows us to provide patients with superb outcomes.
What Our Patients Say About Us
Kerri W, Google
Dr. Shah is top notch! After a hand injury for my husband, he surgically repaired the injury and my husband is on the road to a full recovery. Wonderful bed side manner, takes as much time as needed with his patients and their family to ensure you understand everything. Dr. Shah is very thorough. We highly recommend Dr. Shah.
Joseph B, Healthgrades
Dr. Ferro is quite simply a good Doctor and good person. In this day and age it is hard to find medical personnel you can trust. I trust her and her nursing staff. She helped me tremendously. I would suggest anyone in need of her type of expertise to look no further than her front office door. I'm glad and relieved to know I can count on her help and advice in the future.
Anthony V, Google
Dr. Elkwood performed a nerve decompression/ Brachial Plexus Exploration procedure on my disabled right shoulder. Before the surgery, I had no function in my shoulder, 2 damaged nerves, and severe muscle atrophy. Today, I'm using my right shoulder and working with physical therapists to fully recover. Dr. Elkwood was able to correct the functioning of my right shoulder through studies and a surgical operation, and I would strongly recommend him.
Jackie B, Google
Dr. Ajul Shah is a surgical genius and wonderful person! I broke my 4th metacarpal bone in 3 places in my right hand during handstand walking in a CrossFit competition. Not only was I tremendously concerned about returning to working out, but was in fear of even just normal hand usage. Dr. Shah’s supreme surgical skill has enabled me to get back to doing handstand push ups, pull ups, lifting, and successfully competing!
Patient Review, Healthgrades
Dr. Ferro is detailed oriented, she listens and is concerned with your problem. In my case she order testing to verify her thoughts on what the problem could be instead of just jumping to a conclusion and sending me for surgery. Dr. Ferro is an asset to her profession and would recommend her!
Our Specialized Surgeons
Ajul Shah
MD, FACS, Physician
Dr. Ajul Shah is board certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with a Sub-specialty Board Certification in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. He has advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery and microsurgery, as well as extensive training at institutions such as Yale University and New York University.
Hari Iyer
MD, FAAOS, Physician
Dr. Hari Iyer is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) as well as the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH). His specialized training in bony repair and joint reconstruction offers a unique set of skills that complement the training of our team of plastic and reconstructive surgeons.
Nicole Ferro
DO, Physician
Dr. Nicole Ferro is a fellowship-trained interventional pain management physician with residency training in physical medicine & rehabilitation. She is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Ferro’s passion for pain management comes from a desire to help people be fully functional and less limited by the restrictions created due to chronic pain.
Andrew Elkwood
MD, FACS, Physician
Dr. Elkwood is double board certified in general surgery and plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons as well as the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. David Tsai
MD, Physician
Dr. David Tsai is a hand and upper extremity surgeon with dual training in plastic & reconstructive surgery and orthopedics. Dr. Tsai applies expertise from both fields to provide the utmost specialty care for patients with upper extremity ailments from the simple and common to the incredibly rare and complex.