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Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 57
Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD
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Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN.
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Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 57
Indianapolis, IN
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN.

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Dr. Makowiec graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1994 and completed a residency at Northwestern University School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery Chicago, IL.Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN and has 30 years experience. Dr. Makowiec currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis and Franciscan Health Mooresville. Dr. Makowiec has experience treating conditions like Fracture of Hand and Fingers, Trigger Finger and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Makowiec received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Makowiec's office accepts new patients. Dr. Makowiec is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Trigger Finger
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
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Joint Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
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Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytrens Contracture
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Arthritis of the Elbow
Back Pain
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Disorders
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
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Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
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Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
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Wrist Disorders
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
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Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
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Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
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Joint Drainage
Microsurgical Procedure
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reconstructive Surgery
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Ligament Reconstruction
Wrist Replacement

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    5255 E Stop 11 Rd Ste 300, Indianapolis, IN 46237
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (317) 528-4723
  2. 2 Franciscan Health Mooresville
    1201 Hadley Rd, Mooresville, IN 46158
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  3. 3 Orthopaedic Associates of Dupage LTD.
    27650 Ferry Rd Ste 100, Warrenville, IL 60555
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  4. 4 Joint Replacement Surgeons of Indiana
    1199 Hadley Rd, Mooresville, IN 46158
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4.6
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Apr 21, 2023
Dr. Mak is the best. He is so knowledgeable. I have had hand surgery 3 times and will only see him.
Lorraine — Apr 21, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Northwestern University School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery Chicago, IL
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Indiana Hand Center Indianapolis, IN
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Makowiec's profile.

Dr. Makowiec frequently treats the following conditions: Fracture of Hand and Fingers, Trigger Finger and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD is affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis and Franciscan Health Mooresville.

Yes, Dr. Richard Makowiec, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Franciscan Health Indianapolis

    8111 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN

  • Franciscan Health Mooresville

    1201 Hadley Rd, Mooresville, IN