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David T. Sowa, M.D.
First State Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Hand, Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder, Microvascular Surgery
Newark
Most recent review: Sep 26, 2025
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4.8
4.4K Ratings
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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
4.4K Ratings
1.5K 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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Excellent doctor
Dr. Sowa is amazing
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Dr Sowa explained my upcoming surgery and showed me the images clearly explaining my injury. Completely satisfied with Dr and staff. No long waits either!
Dr. Sowa is always professional and kind. His knowledge & skill as an orthopedic hand surgeon is exemplary!
Always good visiting good manners
Very good doctor,short on words and tells you what you need to know and what to expect and that is what I like
I’m having trouble with my wrist and I trust Dr Sowa . I wouldn’t go anywhere else
Very business like. Did a physical exam. Stated I needed surgery. Explained what was causing my pain and mobility needs.
Dr. Sowa is on time, to the point, listens to the patient, and clearly knows his field. I appreciate that in a doctor.
Great visit with Dr. Sowa. Very professional and thorough with the examination. Thank you Doctor.