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What type of surgeon should i see for ulnar nerve issues and tingling in the fingers, a neurosurgeon, hand surgeon, or orthopedic surgeon?

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Documentation issue.: All would be appropriate choices, but you will probably be referred to a neurologist for some basic diagnostic testing before surgical intervention.

Answered 7/7/2016

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A member asked:

What type of surgeon should i see for ulnar nerve issues and tingling in the fingers, a neurosurgeon, hand surgeon, or orthopedic surgeon?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

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