Edward L. Birdsong, MD, FAAOS, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon, specializes in treating injuries and musculoskeletal conditions related to the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically, he has expertise in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, as well as total shoulder replacement. Dr. Birdsong is a Fellow and Diplomat of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Edward L. Birdsong, MD, FAAOS, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon, specializes in treating injuries and musculoskeletal conditions related to the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically, he has expertise in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, as well as total shoulder replacement. Dr. Birdsong is a Fellow and Diplomat of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
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He has an awesome doctor, even with the children!🥰
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I appreciate his candor in dealing with my current shoulder situation. I look forward to continuing to work with him.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very attentive. Answers all Questions
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Exceptional staff and service provided
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Great visit and recommendations, felt very optimistic with his suggestions and surgery record, looking forward to working with Dr Birdsong
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He is amazing! I’m not sure if the shot in my wrist is going to help but his patience and kindness is off the charts!
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very Good.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Fine job
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Great bedside manner and super responsive.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He takes really good care of his patients and answers any questions you may have and deals with problems with Safe ride getting people to their appointments when the patient has no control over Safe Ride. 5 star rating from me.
Edward L. Birdsong, MD, FAAOS, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon, specializes in treating injuries and musculoskeletal conditions related to the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically, he has expertise in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, as well as total shoulder replacement. Dr. Birdsong is a Fellow and Diplomat of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Birdsong attended both East Carolina University and Alderson-Broaddus College. He completed medical school at West Virginia University School of Medicine before finishing his orthopedic surgery residency at Summa Health System in Akron, Ohio. He served as chief resident. Dr. Birdsong went on to fulfill a Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
Before joining Swift Institute, Dr. Birdsong practiced as a hand surgeon in Eastern North Carolina for 19 years before relocating to Pittsburgh, where he practiced full-time for 11 years while teaching orthopedic residents and Hand/Upper Extremity Fellows. Previous leadership experience includes serving as System Vice Chairman of the Orthopaedic Surgery Department in the Allegheny Health Network, Network Orthopedic Quality Officer, and Chief of Staff of the AHN Wexford Hospital. Dr. Birdsong has also served as the Medical Director of an Ambulatory Surgery Center.
Outside his practice, Dr. Birdsong stays active by bicycling, hiking, and skiing. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Polly, and their two dogs, Whiskey and Kobi.
He has an awesome doctor, even with the children!🥰
I appreciate his candor in dealing with my current shoulder situation. I look forward to continuing to work with him.
Very attentive. Answers all Questions
Exceptional staff and service provided
Great visit and recommendations, felt very optimistic with his suggestions and surgery record, looking forward to working with Dr Birdsong
He is amazing! I’m not sure if the shot in my wrist is going to help but his patience and kindness is off the charts!
Very Good.
Fine job
Great bedside manner and super responsive.
He takes really good care of his patients and answers any questions you may have and deals with problems with Safe ride getting people to their appointments when the patient has no control over Safe Ride. 5 star rating from me.