Orthopaedics

Richard Uhl, M.D.

Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery

Richard L. Uhl, M.D., is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery, as well as orthopedic trauma. He treats specific conditions including carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist fractures, and complex upper-extremity trauma, focusing on the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, and related injuries. As Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Albany Medical Center—where he previously served as interim chair since 2022 and head of the division for 22 years—Dr. Uhl

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
Surgery of the Hand (ABOS)

Education & Training

Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (MD, 1984)
Residency: NYU Langone Medical Center (Orthopedic Surgery, 1989)
Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Hand Surgery)
Undergraduate: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.S. in Biology)

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2023

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hand & Upper ExtremityOrthopaedic Trauma

Conditions & Treatments

Wrist SurgeryFracture FixationHand FracturesHand & Upper ExtremityFracture CareOrthopaedic Trauma

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health Plans

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

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

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Albany Medical Center
St. Peter's Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Uhl treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Uhl accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Richard Uhl's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 33 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Uhl practice?

Richard Uhl practices in Albany, NY with hospital affiliations including Albany Medical Center and St. Peter's Hospital.

What does Dr. Uhl specialize in?

Richard Uhl is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Hand & Upper Extremity and Orthopaedic Trauma.

How long has Dr. Uhl been practicing?

Richard Uhl has 42+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Uhl's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (MD, 1984); Residency: NYU Langone Medical Center (Orthopedic Surgery, 1989); Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Hand Surgery).