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A member asked:
What is name of specialist called that treats hand and wrist and joint pain?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Orthopaedist: Specializing in hands, wrist...Also called an hand surgeon.
Answered 9/18/2012
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Rheumatologist: Is one of the specialists, others would include: orthopedic hand specialist , physical medicine and rehab.
Answered 9/18/2012
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Rheumatologist: The specialist you are describing is a rheumatologist, an expert in arthritis and related disorders.
Answered 8/5/2013
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Joint pain: Rheumatologist, orthopedic or physical medicine specialists all treat hand, wrist, and joint pain.
Answered 9/25/2012
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