Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., is board-certified in orthopedic surgery, he specializes in conditions of the hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow in adults and children. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Harvard. He served as the Chief Orthopedic Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital and subsequently completed a hand and upper extremity fellowship at the Curtis National Hand Center at Union Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., is board-certified in orthopedic surgery, he specializes in conditions of the hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow in adults and children. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Harvard. He served as the Chief Orthopedic Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital and subsequently completed a hand and upper extremity fellowship at the Curtis National Hand Center at Union Memorial Hospital.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
I saw Dr. Zimmerman for maybe 3 minutes. He was friendly and welcoming. He wanted to know if I wanted to make an appointment to return in 6 weeks. I did.
(3 days ago)
Apr-2026
Answered questions and proposed solutions clearly.
(3 days ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Zimmerman is a wonderful Dr. He has such a great bedside manner. I can't imagine using anyone else
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
My surgery was perfect! Dr. Zimmerman gave me relief I haven’t felt in years. I was able to reel in a 57 inch Mahi 12 days after surgery. I beyond recommend him! I already have my 2nd surgery scheduled for my other hand.
(6 days ago)
Apr-2026
Listens attentively and takes into account the patient's wishes.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Simply the best from start to finish!
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very very good!
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Zimmerman is the best. Very friendly and lets you know what your options are. He really listens to you. I highly recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
This was my first visit with him. He was knowledgeable and took time to ask me some questions. I hope the noninvasive procedure will be effective
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
He is absolutely awesome! Very informative!!!
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
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Lutherville
1400 Front Avenue Suite 100 Lutherville, MD 21093
Bel Air
12 MedStar Blvd. Suite 300 Bel Air, MD 21015
Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., is board-certified in orthopedic surgery with a certificate of added qualifications for surgery of the hand who specializes in conditions of the hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow in adults and children. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Harvard.
In Boston, Dr. Zimmerman served as the Chief Orthopedic Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital and subsequently completed a hand and upper extremity fellowship at the Curtis National Hand Center at Union Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Zimmerman’s interests include complex conditions of the hand, wrist, shoulder, and elbow in adults and children. He has numerous publications in renowned scientific journals and has spoken on a variety of topics at national and international meetings.
Dr. Zimmerman is the recipient of numerous awards, including:
New England Hand Society H. Kirk Watson, MD Founder’s Award New England Orthopedic Society Kilfoye Award H.V.P. Wilson Award Dr. Zimmerman is actively involved in the teaching of residents and fellows and conducts clinical and biomechanical research projects. Dr. Zimmerman is distinguished as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and as an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He provides care at the following Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder locations in Maryland:
I saw Dr. Zimmerman for maybe 3 minutes. He was friendly and welcoming. He wanted to know if I wanted to make an appointment to return in 6 weeks. I did.
Answered questions and proposed solutions clearly.
Dr. Zimmerman is a wonderful Dr. He has such a great bedside manner. I can't imagine using anyone else
My surgery was perfect! Dr. Zimmerman gave me relief I haven’t felt in years. I was able to reel in a 57 inch Mahi 12 days after surgery. I beyond recommend him! I already have my 2nd surgery scheduled for my other hand.
Listens attentively and takes into account the patient's wishes.
Simply the best from start to finish!
Very very good!
Dr Zimmerman is the best. Very friendly and lets you know what your options are. He really listens to you. I highly recommend him.
This was my first visit with him. He was knowledgeable and took time to ask me some questions. I hope the noninvasive procedure will be effective
He is absolutely awesome! Very informative!!!