FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW CAN I SET UP AN APPOINTMENT?
The easiest way to set up an appointment is to call our office at (413) 794-5363. Our staff will work with you to find a date, time, and office location that is the most convenient for you.
HOW CAN I GET RID OF MY SCAR?
While there is currently no way to remove a scar entirely, there are ways to help your scar look as good as possible. Click here to find out more.
DO YOU TAKE CARE OF CHILDREN?
Absolutely. We treat all ages (0-18) in addition to adults for a variety of conditions including congenital hand differences.
CAN I UNDERGO MULTIPLE PROCEDURES AT ONCE?
Your safety is our number one priority. Some procedures can be safely combined, but others may be best performed on two separate occasions. These options and the risks will be discussed with you during your appointment.
DO YOU DO MOHS SURGERY?
Mohs surgery is a specific technique that allows your physician to remove skin cancers while preserving as much normal tissue as possible. This is often done in parts of the body that don't have a lot of extra tissue to spare, such as the face, hands, or legs. We work as a team with the Mohs surgeon, who removes the cancer, while we concentrate on the reconstruction to give you the best cosmetic outcome.
DO YOU DO ANY SURGERY IN THE OFFICE?
We do a number of procedures in the office under local anesthetic (like you would get at the dentist). Procedures including skin cancer surgery, removal of lumps and bumps, and certain hand surgeries such as trigger fingers and some tendon repairs can all be done in the office.
CAN YOU TREAT MY HAND OR WRIST ARTHRITIS?
There are a number of techniques that have been developed for the treatment of arthritis of the hand and wrist. We would be happy to talk to you about these options and find a solution that works for your goals and life style.
DO YOU DO CARPAL TUNNEL SURGERY?
Yes. We treat carpal tunnel syndrome through minimally invasive techniques including endoscopic release when it is appropriate. We also treat a variety of other nerve related symptoms in upper and lower limb we are happy to help you with.