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Dr. Edward Paxton, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery* Age 44
Dr. Edward Paxton, MD
4.7 (195 Ratings)
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Dr. Edward Paxton, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Providence, RI.
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Dr. Edward Paxton, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery* Age 44
Providence, RI
Accepting new patients
Dr. Edward Paxton, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Providence, RI.

About

Dr. Paxton graduated from Washington University School of Medicine and completed a residency at Washington University/Barnes Jewish Hospital. Dr. Edward Paxton, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Providence, RI. Dr. Paxton currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Paxton has experience treating conditions like Rotator Cuff Tear and Rotator Cuff Tendinosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Paxton received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 195 times. Dr. Paxton's office accepts new patients. Dr. Paxton is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Broken Arm
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Elbow Bursitis
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Humerus Fracture
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Biceps Tendon Repair
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
AC Joint Injury
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Broken Neck
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Disorders
Elbow Injuries
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Infection
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Epicondylitis
Myositis Ossificans
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Pain
Sternum Fracture
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Shoulder Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Glenoid Labrum Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
McMurray's Test
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Reconstruction
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Resurfacing
Shoulder Stabilizations
Shoulder Surgery
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Ulnar Nerve Transposition

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Navigate HMO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
  • Tufts PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Select
  • HealthKeepers Plus POS
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO

Locations

  1. 1 Rih Orthopedic Foundation Inc.
    2 Dudley St Ste 200, Providence, RI 02905
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 457-2157
  2. 2 University Orthopedics Inc.
    1598 S County Trl Ste 100, East Greenwich, RI 02818
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 457-1500
  3. 3 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
  4. 4 Ocpn-Uoi Inc.
    1 Kettle Point Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 457-2157
  5. 5 University Orthopedics Inc.
    10 Reservoir St Ste 101, Mansfield, MA 02048
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 618-7111

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paxton
4.7
Based on 195 Reviews
5 Stars (177)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (11)

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Dec 20, 2024
Dr. Paxton is very thorough in explaining everything and very personable in listening to me as a patient.
Patti R — Dec 20, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Washington University School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Washington University/Barnes Jewish Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Washington University/Barnes Jewish Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Rothman Inst/Thomas Jefferson University
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Paxton communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Paxton offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Paxton offer an online patient portal?
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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. Edward Paxton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Paxton's profile.

Dr. Paxton frequently treats the following conditions: Rotator Cuff Tear and Rotator Cuff Tendinosis. See more on Sharecare.

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

Yes, Dr. Edward Paxton, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI