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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: 2 weeks ago
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4.8
2K Ratings
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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.
4.8
2K Ratings
495 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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Dr . Lawrence is wonderful. He did all my hand surgeries. I would highly recommend him. All I can say is he came highly recommended to me and I’m so glad. Love his personality.
I met Dr. Weiss today and knew within 30 minutes my prayers were answered. He evaluated my situation thoroughly, reviewing all options and interventions for my prognosis, and answered every question with patience and clarity. His demeanor was professional, pleasant, and put me at ease from the moment he walked in. I left his office today confidently feeling I was in excellent hands!
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Excellent bed side manner and takes the time to answer any questions and concerns.
Dr Weiss is an outstanding doctor. He takes the time to explain everything and is very thorough.
Always excellent!!
Great doctor I would recommend him he did a great job on My elbow surgery
I felt very comfortable with Dr. Weiss and He explained everything very clearly and made sure I understood everything he was instructing.
Very professional!
Dr. Weiss, was very thorough, kind and helpful. He was easy to talk to and cared about my condition. I would recommend him highly.