Dr. Maximilian A. Meyer, M.D. is a fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeon who specializes in the treatment of both acute injuries and chronic conditions of the fingers, hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. Dr. Meyer understands the tremendous impact that hand and arm problems can have on patients’ lives. His treatment philosophy centers on listening to and working together with patients to create individualized care plans -both surgical and non-surgical.
Dr. Maximilian A. Meyer, M.D. is a fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeon who specializes in the treatment of both acute injuries and chronic conditions of the fingers, hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. Dr. Meyer understands the tremendous impact that hand and arm problems can have on patients’ lives. His treatment philosophy centers on listening to and working together with patients to create individualized care plans -both surgical and non-surgical.
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Terrific bedside manner combined with superior knowledge and expertise for treating my hand issues
(2 days ago)
Jan-2026
He was very kind and answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed to make a decision
(2 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Meyer is a superb surgeon with an outstanding bedside manner. A rare find! And an excellent win for me when needing my shattered wrist repaired. Thank you, Dr. Meyer and Team!
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Meyer is a very personable and caring Doctor. He is a great listener and answered all my questions.
I highly recommend him to patients that are suffering from arthritic pain in the hands that may require surgery.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent surgeon and person! I had complicated wrist surgery, results have been great and I have felt heard and well supported by Atlantic Ortho and Pro Care OT
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Great doctor. Very good communication and very personable.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Knowledge, confidant and caring!
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr.Meyers was very kind on my visit. He assessed my condition and discussed each option. He was very thorough and I had a plan before I left the office.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Meyer listens to patients and treats them as individuals rather than just cases. He communicates clearly, offers options, and takes the time to answer questions.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Meyer is wonderful. He is kind and gentle and always explains things.
Dr. Maximilian A. Meyer, M.D. is a fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeon who specializes in the treatment of both acute injuries and chronic conditions of the fingers, hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. Dr. Meyer understands the tremendous impact that hand and arm problems can have on patients’ lives. His treatment philosophy centers on listening to and working together with patients to create individualized care plans -both surgical and non-surgical – that help them return to an active lifestyle. Using the latest scientific evidence and advanced techniques, Dr. Meyer is dedicated to delivering outstanding orthopedic care with compassion every day.
A native of New England, Dr. Meyer graduated from Georgetown University with a degree in International Relations. He received his medical doctorate from Northwestern University. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program in Boston, MA and served as chief resident at Massachusetts General Hospital. He then completed his Hand & Upper Extremity fellowship at the University of Colorado, where he gained expertise in complex upper limb reconstruction, microsurgery, and the arthroscopic management of sports injuries. His clinical interests include upper extremity trauma (broken bones, ligament injuries, cartilage lesions, tendon lacerations, nerve injuries), arthritis, compression neuropathies, and small joint arthroscopy.
Dr. Meyer is passionate about improving health outcomes internationally and has participated in medical trips to Haiti, India, and Honduras. His research interests in this realm and other aspects of hand and orthopedic surgery have led to over 25 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, as well as several book chapters. He has presented his research locally, nationally, and internationally. He is an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
He speaks English, Dutch, and Spanish. In his free time, Dr. Meyer enjoys recreational sports as well as hiking, biking, and skiing in New England and beyond with his wife and two children.
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Terrific bedside manner combined with superior knowledge and expertise for treating my hand issues
He was very kind and answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed to make a decision
Dr. Meyer is a superb surgeon with an outstanding bedside manner. A rare find! And an excellent win for me when needing my shattered wrist repaired. Thank you, Dr. Meyer and Team!
Dr. Meyer is a very personable and caring Doctor. He is a great listener and answered all my questions. I highly recommend him to patients that are suffering from arthritic pain in the hands that may require surgery.
Excellent surgeon and person! I had complicated wrist surgery, results have been great and I have felt heard and well supported by Atlantic Ortho and Pro Care OT
Great doctor. Very good communication and very personable.
Knowledge, confidant and caring!
Dr.Meyers was very kind on my visit. He assessed my condition and discussed each option. He was very thorough and I had a plan before I left the office.
Dr. Meyer listens to patients and treats them as individuals rather than just cases. He communicates clearly, offers options, and takes the time to answer questions.
Dr Meyer is wonderful. He is kind and gentle and always explains things.