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Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 38
Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD
5.0 (23 Ratings)

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Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Syracuse, NY.
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Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 38
Syracuse, NY
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Syracuse, NY.

About

Dr. Riggs graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 2012 and completed a residency at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Syracuse, NY and has 13 years experience. Dr. Riggs currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Hartford Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Hospital, Oswego Hospital, UHS Binghamton General Hospital, Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, University Hospital S University N Y Health Science Center, Oneida Health, Crouse Hospital, Auburn Community Hospital, Carthage Area Hospital and Samaritan Medical Center. Dr. Riggs has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Riggs received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Dr. Riggs' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Riggs is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Broken Arm
Dupuytrens Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Lateral Epicondylitis
Tenosynovitis
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Medial Epicondylitis
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair
Wrist Replacement
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Forearm Injuries
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hand Ligament Rupture
Hand Neuropathy
Hand Pain
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lupus
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Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Injury
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Traumatic Injuries
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthroscopic Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Ligament Repair
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nerve Surgery
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Fitness Forum Physical and Occupational Therapy PLLC
    5719 Widewaters Pkwy, Syracuse, NY 13214
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 251-3100
  2. 2 Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists P.C.
    5700 W Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 487-4876
  3. 3 Crouse Health
    736 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210
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  4. 4 Office
    5801 E Taft Rd Ste 29, North Syracuse, NY 13212
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 418-4140

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5.0
Based on 23 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

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Jan 05, 2025
Dr. Riggs explained everything very well and was very personable. My experience with all of the staff from telephone calls to pre-and postop was excellent from beginning to end
M T A — Jan 05, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Washington University School of Medicine
    2012
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Boston Medical Center
    2017
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Philadelphia Hand Ctr-Thomas Jefferson University
    2018
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Riggs' profile.

Dr. Riggs frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD is affiliated with Hartford Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Hospital, Oswego Hospital, UHS Binghamton General Hospital, Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, University Hospital S University N Y Health Science Center, Oneida Health, Crouse Hospital, Auburn Community Hospital, Carthage Area Hospital and Samaritan Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Cassandra Riggs, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St, Hartford, CT

  • St. Joseph's Health Hospital

    301 Prospect Ave, Syracuse, NY

  • Oswego Hospital

    110 W 6th St, Oswego, NY

  • UHS Binghamton General Hospital

    10-42 Mitchell Ave, Binghamton, NY

  • Guthrie Cortland Medical Center

    134 Homer Ave, Cortland, NY

  • University Hospital S University N Y Health Science Center

    750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY

  • Oneida Health

    321 Genesee St, Oneida, NY

  • Crouse Hospital

    736 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY

  • Auburn Community Hospital

    17 Lansing St, Auburn, NY

  • Carthage Area Hospital

    1001 West St, Carthage, NY

  • Samaritan Medical Center

    830 Washington St, Watertown, NY