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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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 week 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 week ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Meyer is wonderful. He is kind and gentle and always explains things.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
We are very lucky to have an orthopedist of dr. Meyer’s quality in Portsmouth. No need to go to Boston when a Boston trained doctor has come to us.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Helpful and empathetic.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
He is the best. I would recommend him to anyone
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent in every way.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Meyer has a very pleasant, caring professional manner. Very knowledgeable and put me at ease when receiving first steroid injection. I highly recommend.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very knowledable.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very detailed and discussed options with problems I have in my wrist!
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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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.
We are very lucky to have an orthopedist of dr. Meyer’s quality in Portsmouth. No need to go to Boston when a Boston trained doctor has come to us.
Helpful and empathetic.
He is the best. I would recommend him to anyone
Excellent in every way.
Dr. Meyer has a very pleasant, caring professional manner. Very knowledgeable and put me at ease when receiving first steroid injection. I highly recommend.
Very knowledable.
Very detailed and discussed options with problems I have in my wrist!