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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My favorite Dr wish there was more like him
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Birdsong is excellent as always.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Really appreciated his direct manner. He showed me what was going on and clearly delineated the possible treatments and their impacts.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Birdsong provided a very thorough evaluation of my wrist injury and took the time to clearly explain what was going on. I appreciated how he walked me through all of my options and developed a logical treatment plan focused on the least invasive steps first. His goal was not just to address the immediate problem, but to help preserve the long-term function and longevity of my wrist. I felt informed, listened to, and confident in the care plan he recommended. Highly recommend.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Birdsong does something most doctors don't do today, he listens.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Great Doc. Covered all our questions and gave us a clear path forward
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Professional and Efficient,always very informative
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
As with all the employees and staff of Swift institute I was very impressed with Dr bird songs bedside Manor and his knowledge and expertise in his field
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
What a charming professional man he is.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Great doctor. Excellent disposition. Very comforting.
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.
My favorite Dr wish there was more like him
Dr Birdsong is excellent as always.
Really appreciated his direct manner. He showed me what was going on and clearly delineated the possible treatments and their impacts.
Dr. Birdsong provided a very thorough evaluation of my wrist injury and took the time to clearly explain what was going on. I appreciated how he walked me through all of my options and developed a logical treatment plan focused on the least invasive steps first. His goal was not just to address the immediate problem, but to help preserve the long-term function and longevity of my wrist. I felt informed, listened to, and confident in the care plan he recommended. Highly recommend.
Dr Birdsong does something most doctors don't do today, he listens.
Great Doc. Covered all our questions and gave us a clear path forward
Professional and Efficient,always very informative
As with all the employees and staff of Swift institute I was very impressed with Dr bird songs bedside Manor and his knowledge and expertise in his field
What a charming professional man he is.
Great doctor. Excellent disposition. Very comforting.