As defined by
Johns Hopkins Medicine, hand surgery covers a wide range of procedures that a skilled orthopedic
surgeon can perform in order to restore function in the hands and fingers
after damage has occurred. The hand is made up of an intricate and delicate
network of tendons, muscles, ligaments, skin, and bone. If an injury,
chronic condition, or disease affects any part of this network, it can
greatly impact mobility and function.
Restorative and reconstructive procedures of the hand may be recommended
by a surgeon for many reasons, including, but not limited to:
Injuries
Infections
Arthritic conditions
Congenital defects
Other degenerative diseases that may cause pain or change the structure
of the hand
At Shannon, we strive to deliver precise and minimally invasive surgical
care. That is why our hand surgeons utilize advanced imaging technology
and state-of-the-art surgical procedures. We specialize in the hand procedures
our community depends on most.
If you are seeking hand surgery in San Angelo, our Shannon surgeons are
here for you. Contact us at
325.747.2292 to schedule your initial consultation.
Specialty Services at Shannon Orthopedics Center
You may be referred to our Shannon Orthopedics Center by your primary care
physician or another orthopedic specialist. Specific hand operations that our
San Angelo orthopedic surgeons specialize in include
fracture treatments, ligament reconstruction, and other common hand procedures. Some common conditions that can be treated with hand surgery include:
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Trigger finger
Arthritis
Chronic wrist pain
Issues with the ulnar nerve or median nerve
Tendon injuries
Soft tissue injuries
Upper extremity fractures, such as those to the hand, forearm, or distal radius
Our orthopedics center also provides sports medicine and physical therapy
treatments for patients following hand surgery, so they can get back in
the game or back to their lives.
Shannon Clinic Orthopedics Center (inside Shannon Southwest Clinic):
325.747.2292
Recovery After Hand Surgery
Depending on the procedure your surgeon performed, your recovery time will
vary. Your surgeon will provide you with
detailed instructions for postoperative care following your procedure. You may have dressings, bandages, or splints
around the surgical site for a period of time, for sanitation and compression
purposes. Your doctor will let you know how long these must stay on the
site for. Additional recovery instruction may include any of the following:
Additional inpatient treatments
Topical or oral medication prescriptions for pain relief/healing
Directions for changing any dressings or bandages
Follow-up appointment to remove any stitches after the site has healed
Advice and modifications for returning to daily activities
Hand therapy stretches and exercises
Physical therapy to regain strength, flexibility, and movement
Sports medicine to return to more rigorous activities
Meet Dr. Menon
Dr. Nathan Menon, MD is an orthopedic and orthoplastic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery,
microsurgery, and aesthetic surgery at Shannon. Dr. Menon received his
medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and
completed his residency in integrated plastic surgery at Georgetown University
Hospital. He further completed a fellowship in microsurgery and reconstructive
surgery at Stanford University Hospital, a fellowship in aesthetic surgery
at Cleveland Clinic and a fellowship in orthopedic upper extremity/hand
surgery at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.
He is board certified by the
American Board of Plastic Surgery and holds over 15 years of experience in microvascular surgery and treatment
for hand and lower extremity nerve injuries, fractures and reconstruction.
Meet Dr. Douthit
Dr. Christian Douthit, MD, received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Baylor University
and the Baylor College of Medicine. He then completed his residency in
orthopedic surgery at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in
Lubbock, Texas, and his externship in pediatric orthopedics at Cook Children’s
Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. He also completed his fellowship in hand
surgery at the Hand Center of San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Douthit is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and
joins Shannon from Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs,
Texas. He offers both surgical and in-office procedures
Dr. Menon and Dr. Douthit are accepting new patients at their office located
at Shannon Clinic West, 4450 Sunset Drive. To learn more about the procedures
mentioned above, or to schedule a consultation, call 325.747.2292.
Shannon Surgeons at Your Service
If you have been looking to schedule an appointment with an orthopedic
surgeon or consult with a San Angelo hand surgery specialist, Shannon
is here for you. We will assess your condition and determine the best
treatment methods for your specific needs. If an operation is deemed necessary,
our surgical care team will walk you through all preoperative and postoperative
procedures. Our goal is to help you recover and return to your normal
life as soon as possible.
Our Shannon orthopedic surgeons provide hand surgery in San Angelo and
surrounding areas. To consult with a physician or schedule an appointment,
contact us at
325.747.2292 today.
Meet Dr. Menon
Meet Dr. Douthit
