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Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 72
Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD
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Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Altoona, PA.
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Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 72
Altoona, PA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Altoona, PA.

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Dr. Gurman graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine. Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Altoona, PA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Gurman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UPMC Altoona and Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. At present, Dr. Gurman received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Gurman's office accepts new patients. Dr. Gurman also speaks Hebrew and Spanish. Dr. Gurman is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Replacement
Arthritis
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Congenital Hand Anomaly
Elbow Bursitis
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sjögren's Syndrome
Wrist Disorders
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthritic Hand Reconstruction
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Tenotomy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Geisinger Health Plan
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  • Dental
    UPMC Health Plan

Locations

  1. 1 Altoona Hand and Wrist Surgery LLC
    1701 12th Ave Ste C2, Altoona, PA 16601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 942-7324
  2. 2 Altoona Regional Health System
    620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 942-7324
  3. 3 Geisinger Pharmacy
    132 Abigail Ln, Port Matilda, PA 16870
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 272-7100
  4. 4 Geisinger Pharmacy
    132 Abigail Ln, Port Matilda, PA 16870
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 272-6754
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00

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3.9
Based on 11 Reviews
5 Stars (7)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Languages Spoken
Hebrew
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine
    1980
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Gurman's profile.

Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD is affiliated with UPMC Altoona and Geisinger Lewistown Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Andrew Gurman, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UPMC Altoona

    620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA

  • Geisinger Lewistown Hospital

    400 Highland Ave, Lewistown, PA