Dr. Frank Raia is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, specializing in hand and wrist surgery who holds certification with added qualifications in surgery of the hand. Dr. Raia’s primary surgical procedures include carpal tunnel release, treatment of tendonitis and arthritis, and hand trauma including fractures and lacerations of the hand and wrist.
Dr. Frank Raia is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, specializing in hand and wrist surgery who holds certification with added qualifications in surgery of the hand. Dr. Raia’s primary surgical procedures include carpal tunnel release, treatment of tendonitis and arthritis, and hand trauma including fractures and lacerations of the hand and wrist.
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Very organized. I was in, had x-rays done and got called in very quickly. Dr Raia explained my issue very well as well as resolution options.
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
he was helpful and informative
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Was rushed and not giving guidance, pain relief options, or any updates of the diagnosis. He didn't follow through on a chosen treatment plan, he was less concerned on the last visitation. He Suggested to be referred out to a different facility for other possible purposes and diagnosis.
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Very kind and patient. I love that Doctor Raia didn't mind answering all of the questions we had.
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent doctor, made me feel so comfortable before surgery
(6 days ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Raia came and discussed the procedure with us and was very informative
(6 days ago)
Feb-2026
Very Informative and he knew immediately what was wrong and saved the rest of my fingers from the same destructive bursting tendons. He explained everything prior to procedure.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Always have a great result from an appointment with Dr. Raia
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Not very personable, no time to spend, did not feel the situation was explained thoroughly.
Dr. Frank Raia is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, specializing in hand and wrist surgery who holds certification with added qualifications in surgery of the hand.
Dr. Raia has been caring for patients at The CORE Institute since 2007. Dr. Raia’s primary surgical procedures include carpal tunnel release, treatment of tendonitis and arthritis, and hand trauma including fractures and lacerations of the hand and wrist. His primary clinical focus is in treating common hand and wrist disorders and conditions.
Dr. Raia continues to stay active in the medical community, holding membership with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has been on the membership committee for the American Society for Surgery of the Hand for a number of years. He is also a part of the Hand, Upper Extremity and Microsurgical Fellowship faculty at the University of Arizona – Phoenix.
Dr. Raia earned his fellowship education from C.V. Starr Hand Surgery Center at St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. He attended Columbia University Medical Center for his residency program. Dr. Raia graduated cum laude from Princeton University.
Very organized. I was in, had x-rays done and got called in very quickly. Dr Raia explained my issue very well as well as resolution options.
he was helpful and informative
Was rushed and not giving guidance, pain relief options, or any updates of the diagnosis. He didn't follow through on a chosen treatment plan, he was less concerned on the last visitation. He Suggested to be referred out to a different facility for other possible purposes and diagnosis.
Very kind and patient. I love that Doctor Raia didn't mind answering all of the questions we had.
Excellent doctor, made me feel so comfortable before surgery
Dr Raia came and discussed the procedure with us and was very informative
Very Informative and he knew immediately what was wrong and saved the rest of my fingers from the same destructive bursting tendons. He explained everything prior to procedure.
Always have a great result from an appointment with Dr. Raia
Not very personable, no time to spend, did not feel the situation was explained thoroughly.
He's friendly, positive, informative effective, efficient.