Douglas P. Hanel M.D.

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4.8 out of 5
38 ratings
3 reviews

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Douglas P. Hanel M.D.

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  • English

Patient Ratings and Reviews

38 ratings
4.8 out of 5

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3 reviews
May 4, 2023

I've had two major surgeries with *Dr. Hanel. (Both arms/wrist/hands/one elbow.) *Dr. Hanel gave me back my life _____ activities I can now do.

February 27, 2023

[...]. Dr. Hanel is an amazing, premiere doctor.[...]

January 10, 2023

Dr. Hanel and his team were respectful of my concerns and great people to have help me through my injury

About Douglas P. Hanel

Douglas P. Hanel, M.D. is a UW professor of orthopaedics and sports medicine. He is recognized as a leading expert in surgery for hand, wrist and elbow disorders, from birth defects to trauma. He is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and hand surgery and works with both children and adults.

Dr. Hanel's clinical interests include hand and wrist problems including congenital hand problems; carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome; arthritis involving hands, wrists and elbows; fractures and dislocations of hands and forearms; artery and tendon problems; and complications resulting from earlier treatments.  
 

Education and Training

  • Saint Louis University
    Medical education, 1977
  • Univ. of Louisville School of Medicine
    Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery
  • St. Louis University Hospital - Gastroenterology - Fellowship
    Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery
  • St. Louis University Hospital - Gastroenterology - Fellowship
    Internship

Board Certifications

  • Hand Surgery, 1989, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery, 1986, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery