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Dr. John Fowler, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 43
Dr. John Fowler, MD
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Dr. John Fowler, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA.
Dr. John Fowler, MD
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Dr. John Fowler, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 43
Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. John Fowler, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA.

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Dr. Fowler graduated from Temple University. Dr. John Fowler, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has 17 years experience. Dr. Fowler currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Passavant-McCandless and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Fowler has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Wrist, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hand among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Fowler received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Dr. Fowler's office accepts new patients. Dr. Fowler is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Broken Arm
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Arthritis of the Elbow
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bursitis
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Carpal Fractures
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Distal Radius Fracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tendonitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroplasty
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Fracture Care
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Joint Drainage
Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Care PPO
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  • United Healthcare
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Locations

  1. 1 Harry Rubash MD
    3471 5th Ave Ste 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 687-3900
  2. 2 University of Pittsburgh Physicians
    3471 5th Ave Ste 1010, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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4.6
Based on 33 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (3)

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Apr 18, 2021
Dr. Flower is an attentive and conscious physician. I felt comfortable with his analysis and with him doing surgery on my wrist. I am pain free and my wrist is completely functional.
— Apr 18, 2021
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Pediatric Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Temple U/Temple University Hospital
    2008
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • UPMC - Presbyterian
    2013
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Fowler frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Wrist, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hand. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Fowler, MD is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Passavant-McCandless and UPMC Presbyterian.

Yes, Dr. John Fowler, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UPMC Mercy

    1400 Locust St, Pittsburgh, PA

  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

    9100 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA

  • UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St, Pittsburgh, PA