Orthopedic Surgery, Hand, Hand, Wrist, and Elbow, Shoulder
Carson City, NV
Most recent review: 3 days ago
New
4.9
418 Ratings
235 Comments
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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1st appt. with Ed. Loved it…
(3 days ago)
Oct-2025
& staff excellent
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
A phenomenal surgeon! I know my hands are I the best care!!
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr is always professional but very welcoming. Gives information on progress as well as the surgery. I would highly recommend him confidently.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
From the initial consultation to post-op care, everything was handled with professionalism and compassion. The surgery went smoothly, my recovery has been better than expected, and my hand is healing well.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Saw his PA Lorenzo. Absolutely was very pleased with him. He listened and helped get referrals for me with rheumatologist and hopefully with another orthopedic doctor that looks at feet. Have seen Dr Card before
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Enjoyed visit, and consultation.
Recvd two injections that seem to be working on the swelling and pain.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
He is absolutely amazing after a long run around with other providers. He finally listened to me and what I was saying and how I felt about what was going on. Absolutely amazing.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
The picture is not the doctor I saw and I did see Edward Birdsong. The picture of that doctor is not even close to Dr Birdsong.
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.
1st appt. with Ed. Loved it…
& staff excellent
A phenomenal surgeon! I know my hands are I the best care!!
Dr is always professional but very welcoming. Gives information on progress as well as the surgery. I would highly recommend him confidently.
From the initial consultation to post-op care, everything was handled with professionalism and compassion. The surgery went smoothly, my recovery has been better than expected, and my hand is healing well.
Saw his PA Lorenzo. Absolutely was very pleased with him. He listened and helped get referrals for me with rheumatologist and hopefully with another orthopedic doctor that looks at feet. Have seen Dr Card before
Enjoyed visit, and consultation. Recvd two injections that seem to be working on the swelling and pain.
He is absolutely amazing after a long run around with other providers. He finally listened to me and what I was saying and how I felt about what was going on. Absolutely amazing.
The picture is not the doctor I saw and I did see Edward Birdsong. The picture of that doctor is not even close to Dr Birdsong.
Didn't see him, it was an assistant