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Lawrence Weiss, M.D.
OAA Orthopaedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Hand & Microvascular Surgery, Complex Wrist & Elbow Reconstruction
Allentown, Westgate, Lehighton
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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4.9
2.1K Ratings
538 Comments
Dr. Lawrence Weiss is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. He has extensive experience in hand and microvascular surgery as well as complex wrist and elbow reconstruction.
4.9
2.1K Ratings
538 Comments
Dr. Lawrence Weiss is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. He has extensive experience in hand and microvascular surgery as well as complex wrist and elbow reconstruction.
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Originally from Philadelphia, Dr. Lawrence Weiss received his Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and completed his medical school education at UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. His residency training in orthopaedic surgery was completed at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA, where he continued his fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery.
He has extensive experience in hand and microvascular surgery as well as complex wrist and elbow reconstruction. His expertise has led to numerous scientific publications and he has given presentations on various subjects regarding hand, wrist, and elbow surgery.
Dr. Weiss has served in multiple academic roles and is faculty with the prestigious AO-North American Hand Group. He serves as the Chief, Division of Hand Surgery, at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Trauma Center.
In his spare time, Dr. Weiss enjoys running and road biking, as well as spending time with his family.
EDUCATION
Undergraduate
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
Medical School
UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Piscataway, NJ
Internship
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
Fellowship – Hand Surgery
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Certificate of Added Qualifications - Hand Surgery
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
American Association of Hand Surgery
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow
Lehigh County Medical Society
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society
American Medical Association
Jefferson Orthopaedic Society
Jefferson Hand Club
Lehigh Valley Hand Society
Eastern Orthopaedic Association
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Professional and explains in easily understood terminology. Pleasant. Office runs on time with little waiting. Admitting staff friendly.
Make Me Better
Exceptional physician. Gives honest opinions about various treatment options. Dr. Weiss has treated my husband and I for several years now, we could not be more satisfied with the level of care from both the dr and staff.
Seems to know his business but not very helpful. Seemed like my problem wasn’t important enough to waste his time on.
Helpful and clear on identifying probable problems in left elbow and triceps and initiating steps required for resolution of problems.
Went to the Best !!
Excellent very good surgeon Listened to all my issues.
Good explanation of surgical procedures and reasons for them. Thorough. Listens to patient. Very pleasant.
Excellent
Explained things well and also recommended next steps. Next steps are readily available and will be done in a week. Very flexible scheduling and availability.