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.
Dr. Zimmerman was excellent. I had so much anxiety when I removed my brace and was shaking due to my nerves. The Dr. catered to my stress and made me feel better about my situation. I couldn’t be happier with the care he and Dr. Neuman have provided.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Z is awesome. I was so nervous about surgery and he was understanding and he has my trust. Surgery was total success
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
He always has a great bedside manner and is very knowledgeable!!!
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Awesome Doc!
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Zimmerman is a very good dr.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Knowledgeable and got right to the point.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
I really admire the generosity and friendly atmosphere really friendly staff and I love that.
Thank you all,
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Provided injections for trigger fingers with slight discomfort.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Answered questions thoroughly, was pleasant and respectful.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Incredible doctor, office and staff. I do not believe I have ever had a better visit to a doctor's office.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-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:
Dr. Zimmerman was excellent. I had so much anxiety when I removed my brace and was shaking due to my nerves. The Dr. catered to my stress and made me feel better about my situation. I couldn’t be happier with the care he and Dr. Neuman have provided.
Dr Z is awesome. I was so nervous about surgery and he was understanding and he has my trust. Surgery was total success
He always has a great bedside manner and is very knowledgeable!!!
Awesome Doc!
Dr Zimmerman is a very good dr.
Knowledgeable and got right to the point.
I really admire the generosity and friendly atmosphere really friendly staff and I love that. Thank you all,
Provided injections for trigger fingers with slight discomfort.
Answered questions thoroughly, was pleasant and respectful.
Incredible doctor, office and staff. I do not believe I have ever had a better visit to a doctor's office.