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What is the definition of Proximal Symphalangism?

Proximal symphalangism, which is also called Cushing's symphalangism, is a rare genetic condition characterized by the fusion of the proximal joints in the hands and feet. These individuals usually have straight fingers and are unable to make a fist. Other joints may also be affected, leading to stiff joints in the elbows, ankles and wrists. Hearing loss due to the fusion of the auditory ossicles (bones in the middle ear) is also a characteristic feature. This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and is caused by a genetic change in the NOG gene or GDF5 gene.

What are the alternative names for Proximal Symphalangism?

Proximal symphalangism
Cushing's symphalangism
Hereditary absence of proximal interphalangeal joints
Proximal symphalangism
Strasburger-Hawkins-Eldridge syndrome
Strasburger-Hawkins-Eldridge-Hargrave-McKusick syndrome
Symphalangism, proximal, 1A (subtype)
Symphalangism, proximal, 1B (subtype)
Vessel’s syndrome

Who are the top Proximal Symphalangism Local Doctors?

Distinguished in Proximal Symphalangism

Dr. Joshua Hofman

Radiology

Distinguished in Proximal Symphalangism

Dr. Joshua Hofman

Radiology

270-5 76th Avenue,

New Hyde Park, NY

Languages Spoken:

English, Hebrew

Joshua Hofman is a Radiologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Hofman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proximal Symphalangism. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Osteopenia, and Melorheostosis.

Distinguished in Proximal Symphalangism

Dr. David J. Soomekh

Podiatric Medicine

Distinguished in Proximal Symphalangism

Dr. David J. Soomekh

Podiatric Medicine

450 North Roxbury Drive, Suite 200,

Beverly Hills, CA

310-651-2366

Languages Spoken:

English

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David Soomekh is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Soomekh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proximal Symphalangism. His top areas of expertise are Proximal Symphalangism, Syndactyly Type 1, Tendinitis, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Soomekh is currently accepting new patients.

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Advanced in Proximal Symphalangism

Dr. Felicity L. Fishman

Hand Surgery

Advanced in Proximal Symphalangism

Dr. Felicity L. Fishman

Hand Surgery

Loyola University Medical Center

2160 S 1st Ave,

Maywood, IL

708-216-9000

Languages Spoken:

English

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Felicity Fishman is a Hand Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Fishman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proximal Symphalangism. Her top areas of expertise are Syndactyly Type 2, Polydactyly, Syndactyly Type 1, and Syndactyly. Dr. Fishman is currently accepting new patients.