Orthopaedics

John Hand, M.D.

Sarasota, FL

John D. Hand, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery in Sarasota, Florida. His subspecialty focus is orthopedic hand surgery, treating disorders from the elbow to the fingertips, including hand and wrist surgery, arthritis of the wrist and hand, carpal tunnel syndrome, and conditions requiring microsurgery. He primarily serves adolescent and adult patient populations, addressing both simple and complex cases. Dr. Hand's

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Surgery of the Hand (ABOS)

Education & Training

Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University (MD, 1992)
Residency: University of Miami/Jackson Health System (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997)
Fellowship: University at Buffalo (Hand Surgery, 1998)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2006-2024 (19 years)
Sarasota Magazine — Top Doctors
2006-2014 (9 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hand & Upper Extremity

Conditions & Treatments

Wrist SurgeryHand FracturesHand & Upper Extremity

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Hand treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Hand accept Aetna insurance?

John Hand's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 6 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Hand practice?

John Hand practices in Sarasota, FL with hospital affiliations including Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

What does Dr. Hand specialize in?

John Hand is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Hand & Upper Extremity.

How long has Dr. Hand been practicing?

John Hand has 34+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Hand's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University (MD, 1992); Residency: University of Miami/Jackson Health System (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997); Fellowship: University at Buffalo (Hand Surgery, 1998).