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David T. Sowa, M.D.
First State Orthopaedics
Orthopedics, Elbow, Wrist: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Hand, Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder, Microvascular Surgery
Newark
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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4.8
4.9K Ratings
1.7K Comments
Dr. David Sowa is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in hand surgery. He also has experience in surgery of the wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Dr. Sowa has been recognized by Delaware Today as a Top Doc.
4.8
4.9K Ratings
1.7K Comments
Dr. David Sowa is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in hand surgery. He also has experience in surgery of the wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Dr. Sowa has been recognized by Delaware Today as a Top Doc.
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Sabre Building
Delaware Hand to Shoulder Center 4051 Ogletown-Stanton Rd.
Suites 102 & 103
Newark, DE 19713
Suites 102 & 103
Newark, DE 19713
Dr. David Sowa is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in hand surgery. He also has experience in surgery of the wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Dr. Sowa has been recognized by Delaware Today as a Top Doc.
Awards and Honors
Top Doc 2010 - Delaware Today - Hand Surgery
Top Doc 2000 - Delaware Today - Hand Surgery
Top Doc 1998 - Delaware Today - Hand Surgery
Top Doc Surgeons 2007 - Delaware Today - Hand Surgery
Specialties
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery (Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder)
Microvascular and Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical School
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency
General Surgery - Johns Hopkins Hospital
Orthopaedic Surgery - Johns Hopkins Hospital
Fellowship
Hand Surgery, The Curtis National Hand Center
Certification
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Surgery of the Hand
Hospital Affiliations
Christiana Care Health System
St. Francis Hospital
Academic Rank
University of Delaware, Newark, DE Adjunct Associate Professor Department of Physical Therapy
Professional Societies
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
American Medical Association
Delaware Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Medical Society of Delaware
New Castle County Medical Society
Philadelphia Hand Society
The Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Association
The Johns Hopkins University Alumni Association
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I like Dr Sowa. He cares anout his ostients!
First visit. Friendly vert thorough exam.
Dr. Sowa was just so perfect, very professional and he has so much knowledge with my concerns. He listen and examined me in details and gave me all the information I needed! He has excellent credentials and expertise. I will recommend him to all my friends! Also his John Hopkins experience is excellent! I will give his information to all my friends and colleagues!
I hate when doctors don’t take the time to actually talk with you, listen to your concerns, or ask questions and instead rush you in and out. With the amount of money we pay for healthcare, the quality of service should be better. You should at least feel like you have a connection with your doctor and that they genuinely care about your concerns. Unfortunately, I’ll be looking for another doctor.
Fast, accurate and mostly painless treatment.
Dr Sowa is an excellent surgeon who knows exactly what he’s doing. He takes excellent care of his patients.
Effective and efficient appointment.
Great appointment. Was taken fast . Thanks
Nice visit
Professional, knowledgeable…