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Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 44
Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD
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Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hamilton, NY.
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Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 44
Hamilton, NY
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience
Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hamilton, NY.

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Dr. Lafrance graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2007 and completed a residency at University of Rochester Medical Ctr.. Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hamilton, NY and has 18 years experience. Dr. Lafrance currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital and Chenango Memorial Hospital. Dr. Lafrance has experience treating conditions like Chondromalacia and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lafrance received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Lafrance's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lafrance is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chondromalacia
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Chondromalacia
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Chondromalacia
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Hip Sprain
Joint Pain
Knee Sprain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Tenosynovitis
ACL Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Meniscus Tear
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Sprain
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Impingement
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Morton's Neuroma
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Patellar Dislocation
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Fracture
Snapping Hip
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Tenotomy
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Labral Repair
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Meniscus Surgery
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Injury
Hip Labral Tear
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pain
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Hip Pointer
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Metatarsalgia
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shin Splints
Shoulder Dislocation
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic Knee Shaving
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Bone Scan
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Cartilage Repair
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Surgery
Simple Fracture Care and Casting
Spinal and Postural Screening
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Open Access Plus
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  • Select
    APCN Choice POS II
    Aetna HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate Plus POS
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    Choice Care PPO

Locations

  1. 1 HSS Ancillary Medical Services PC
    85 College St, Hamilton, NY 13346
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    Monday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Sunday
    07:00 - 16:00

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lafrance
3.9
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Sep 25, 2024
Awesome surgeon for ACL reconstruction. Highly recommend
— Sep 25, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedics
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine 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.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Rochester Medical Ctr.
    2012
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic
    2013
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lafrance's profile.

Dr. Lafrance frequently treats the following conditions: Chondromalacia and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital and Chenango Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Russell Lafrance, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Community Memorial Hospital

    150 Broad St, Hamilton, NY

  • Chenango Memorial Hospital

    179 N Broad St, Norwich, NY