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.
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.
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

Excellent surgeon.
Dr. Weiss reviewed my test results and explained them to me in a way I could understand . He presented what he felt I should do to move forward with my progress. I fell very comfortable under his care.
Dr. Weiss was very pleasant and provided lots of info, which I appreciate. He had a reassuring demeanor and was on time.
Very professional and easy to get along with. He informed me on what was going on perfectly. If I have to come back for any reason, he will be the one taking care of me. 10/10 great experience and I will be recommending Doctor Weiss to everyone I know.
Wonderful Dr. He treats you very nice and explains everything
Dr Weiss was caring, compassionate, thorough, and professional. He spent as much time as I needed and explained everything clearly. One of the best doctors I have ever met.
One of the best doctors that I’ve ever dealt with he’s understanding very personable and a Doctor Who knows what he’s doing.
Excellent provider with patience and genuine concern for his patients. I have seen him for several unrelated issues and he is always spot on!
Very experienced and professional physician
Conflicting ORAL advice at appt vs DR NOTE after visit