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Dr. Edward Akelman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 73
Dr. Edward Akelman, MD
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Dr. Edward Akelman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Providence, RI.
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Dr. Edward Akelman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 73
Providence, RI
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Edward Akelman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Providence, RI.

About

Dr. Akelman graduated from Dartmouth College in 1978 and completed a residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Edward Akelman, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Providence, RI and has 47 years experience. Dr. Akelman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Akelman has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain and Dupuytrens Contracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akelman received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 93 times. Dr. Akelman's office accepts new patients. Dr. Akelman is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Dupuytrens Contracture
Carpal Tunnel Release
Limb Pain
Dupuytrens Contracture
Carpal Tunnel Release
Limb Pain
Dupuytrens Contracture
Carpal Tunnel Release
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger Release
De Quervain's Disease
Ganglion Cyst
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Excision of Ganglion
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Steroid Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Disorders
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Elbow Injuries
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Medial Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sarcoid Myopathy
Scleroderma
Spinal Stenosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Wrist Fracture
Arm Surgery
Basal Thumb Joint Reconstruction
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision of Skin Lesion
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Ligament Reconstruction and Tendon Interposition (LRTI) for the Thumb
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Open Access Plus
    LocalPlus
    Cigna PPO
  • APCN Choice POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
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  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Tufts PPO
  • Navigate Plus POS
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate HMO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    BlueCard PPO
  • Preferred Blue v5 PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Rih Orthopedic Foundation Inc.
    2 Dudley St Ste 200, Providence, RI 02905
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 457-1500
  2. 2 Ocpn-Uoi Inc.
    1 Kettle Point Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 457-1500
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
  3. 3 Providence Anesthesiologists Inc.
    2 Dudley St Ste 465, Providence, RI 02905
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 831-0646
  4. 4 Rhode Island Hospital
    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 444-5662

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akelman
4.8
Based on 93 Reviews
5 Stars (86)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Mar 11, 2025
I am a surgeon. Dr Akelman is exceptionally talented, and very clear and precise in his diagnosis and provision of all therapeutic options.
— Mar 11, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Dartmouth College
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Yale New Haven Hosp-Yale University School of Medicine
    1979
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
    1980
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Roosevelt-St Lukes Hospital
    1984
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Akelman frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain and Dupuytrens Contracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Edward Akelman, MD is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Edward Akelman, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI