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The 20 Best Trigger Thumb Doctors in New York, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 347 doctor with experience in Trigger Thumb near New York, US. Of these, 221 are Experienced, 101 are Advanced and 25 are Distinguished.

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    Andrew C. Reis
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Plastic Surgery

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Reis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst.

    Eric K. Mooney
    Experienced in Trigger Thumb
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Trigger Thumb
    Plastic Surgery

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Mooney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Briana Calore
    Experienced in Trigger Thumb
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Trigger Thumb
    General Surgery

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Calore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. Her top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

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    Steven Beldner
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners New York Hand And Wrist Center Of Lenox Hill

    210 East 64th Street, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nationally and internationally renowned hand surgeon Dr. Steven Beldner is Co-Director and Co-Founder of the Hand and Wrist Surgery Center of Lenox Hill. He was recruited to build a world class hand and wrist center for NSLIJ after he succeeded in starting and building a similar program at Mt. Sinai/Beth Israel Medical Center in NYC where he has practiced for 20 years.A fellow of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, he is board-certified in Orthopedics and credentialed in Hand Surgery. Dr. Beldner was elected President of the New York Society of the Hand by his tristate peers and has served on its board. He has published and lectured extensively, both nationally and internationally, on problems related to the hand, wrist and elbow. His expertise is frequently sought by professional chefs, fashion designers, musicians, artists and athletic teams in the NHL, NBA and New York State Athletic Commission.Dr. Beldner earned his medical degree from Rutgers Medical School in 1991 and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and was also elected its president. His postgraduate training included a surgical internship at NYU Medical Center, followed by an Orthopedic Surgery residency and Hand Fellowship also at NYU. Upon graduation, he became an active NYU staff member. At Beth Israel/ Mt Sinai Medical Centers, he was an original founder of their hand fellowship and served as their director of education. For over a decade, he was responsible for training plastic surgery residents from Albert Einstein College of Medicine about managing problems of the hand and wrist.An active member of the International Wrist Investigators Workshop, Dr. Beldner is part of a select group of physicians from around the globe who are invited to help develop and lead research of complicated wrist conditions and share their experiences. Dr. Beldner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Tennis Elbow.

    Vincent Ruggiero
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Healthcare Associates In Medicine

    3333 Hylan Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Ruggiero, M.D., is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand and upper extremities specialist. He joined Healthcare Associates in Medicine's hand specialist team in 1999, following the completion of his fellowship studies. Today, Dr. Ruggiero serves as Director to the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of the Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group. He was recognized by Castle Connolly for his excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery and awarded Regional Top Doctor 2019-2021 and Top Doctor NY Metro Area 2019-2021.As a New York native, Dr. Ruggiero attended Pace University and graduated Summa Cum Laude in Biology. Dr. Ruggiero earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine while achieving two accolades, the Richmond County Medical Society Scholarship Award and the American Heart Association Medical Student Fellowship. He completed his Orthopaedic residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, a Level I Trauma Center, where he was named Administrative Chief Resident and received the Resident Teaching Award 1998. At SUNY Health Science Center, Dr. Ruggiero obtained sub-specialty training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery in Syracuse, NY under the tutelage of Dr. Andrew K. Palmer. Additional fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopaedics was completed at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, TX.As Director of the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, Dr. Ruggiero takes a special interest in returning his patients to a high functioning lifestyle using operative and non-operative solutions tailored to each injury. He has authored numerous peer reviewed publications, presented at national conferences, and conducted research on orthopaedic topics with special attention to flexor tendon repairs and adult septic arthritis. Dr. Ruggiero has served as Honorary Police Surgeon to the New York City Police Department for over 10 years, as well as team physician for Wagner College Athletics and various high school athletic teams. Additionally, he has served as the clinical instructor of the SUNY Downstate Orthopedic Residency Program and as instructor of hand and wrist surgery at Staten Island University Hospital from 2010 to the present. Presently, he is the Director of the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group. Dr. Ruggiero is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, and Dupuytren Contracture.

    Peter D. Stein
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    600 Northern Boulevard, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Stein is an Orthopedics provider in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Stein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Dupuytren Contracture.

    Lewis B. Lane
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 611 Northern Boulevard

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    My clinical practice is confined to Surgery of the Hand. I joined the medical staff of NSUH in 1980, when I first entered practice, and have combined clinical hand surgery with teaching and research ever since. In 1995 I joined the medical staff at LIJMC. In 2011 I left private practice and joined the fulltime Northwell Department of Orthopaedic Surgery as Orthopaedic Residency Program Director and Chief of Hand Surgery. Taking care of patients is my primary interest and motivation to go to work every day. My goal is to treat every patient with the most care, compassion, and skill that I can manifest. Currently, I treat patients with a broad range of hand problems from arthritis and deformity to carpal tunnel syndrome, other nerve disorders, benign tumors, and Dupuytren s Disease. I was recognized with an Arnold P. Gold Foundation Gold DOC award for skill, sensitivity, caring, and compassion. I have been listed yearly in Castle Connelly s Best Doctors since 1998. I have been active in national and regional professional organizations, having served on more than 20 committees of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and other professional organizations. I have been an Associate Editor of the American Journal of Hand Surgery since 1991. I was an officer of the NY Society for Surgery of the Hand between 1996 and 2000 and was President in my final year. For Northwell Health, I am Chief of Hand Surgery at NSUH and LIJMC. I served as the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director from 2011-2023. I have been involved at Zucker SOM at Hofstra/Northwell in many roles: President of the SOM Faculty Council and a member of the Dean's Advisory Group (2019 to 2021), former Departmental Advisor for medical students interested in Orthopedics, teach Structure to M2's, and assist with the clinical experience for medical students in their 3rd and 4th years. I was recently appointed Director of Academics for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and participate in and mentor residents and faculty members in clinical and basic science research. I have had considerable outside academic activity, with nearly 50 peer review publications, over 100 podium and poster presentations, and dozens of faculty presentations at national courses and meetings. Dr. Lane is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Trigger Thumb.

    Joshua T. Mitgang
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group At Lynbrook

    444 Merrick Road, 
    Lynbrook, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Mitgang, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of hand and upper extremity injuries, including those that are sports related. The recipient of numerous awards and scholarships, he was named the Emanuel Kaplan Hand Surgery Fellow at the prestigious NYU/Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City.Dr. Mitgang specializes in caring for patients with acute traumatic or sports-related hand and upper extremity injuries, nonoperative and operative treatment of fractures and dislocations, finger and elbow joint replacement as well as osteoporosis management. A member of the Orlin & Cohen team since 2014, the board-certified specialist also has extensive experience with minimally invasive hand surgery, including bladeless treatment of trigger fingers and Dupuytren's disease. Dr. Mitgang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Tennis Elbow, Trigger Thumb, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Daniel B. Polatsch
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners New York Hand And Wrist Center Of Lenox Hill

    210 East 64th Street, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Polatsch is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Polatsch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, and Ganglion Cyst.

    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    1978 Crompond Road, 
    Cortlandt Manor, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donato Perretta is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Cortlandt Manor, New York. Dr. Perretta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb
    Distinguished in Trigger Thumb

    Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists PC

    5417 W Genesee St Suite 1, 
    Camillus, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Fitzgerald is a Hand Surgeon in Camillus, New York. Dr. Fitzgerald is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Tennis Elbow.

    Kyle B. Angelicola
    Experienced in Trigger Thumb
    Experienced in Trigger Thumb

    St Peter's Orthopedics

    1182 Troy Schenectady Rd, 
    Latham, NY 
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kyle Angelicola is an Orthopedics provider in Latham, New York. Dr. Angelicola has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, and Rhizarthrosis. Dr. Angelicola is currently accepting new patients.

    Richard S. Gilbert
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 833 Northern Boulevard

    833 Northern Boulevard, Suite 220, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in surgery of the hand and upper extremity. He received a bachelor's degree from The Johns Hopkins University and a medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai School. He completed a residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Mount Sinai Medical Center and a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at the Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Gilbert is the Chief of the Hand Service at Syosset Hospital, Director at Northwell Health and an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Zucker School Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. His specialty interest is in the treatment and reconstruction of fractures, soft tissue injuries and neuropathies involving the hand and upper extremity. He employs both traditional and the most advanced surgical techniques, including minimally invasive techniques, such as endoscopic carpal tunnel release, minimally invasive fracture repair and small joint arthroscopy. Dr. Gilbert is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and The New York Society for Surgery of the Hand. He has a Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Gilbert previously served as the President, Vice President and Secretary and of the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand. He has published medical articles and presented at regional and national Orthopaedic conferences on conditions related to the hand and upper extremity. He has performed funded research related to the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Gilbert has received numerous awards and honors, including Castle Connolly Top Doctors, New York Magazine Best Doctors, New York Times Super Doctors, Newsday Top Doctors on Long Island, Best Doctors in America, Castle Connolly America's Most Honored Doctors, Patients' Choice Award and Most Compassionate Doctor. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis.

    Kate W. Nellans
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At New Hyde Park

    410 Lakeville Road, Suite 303, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kate Nellans is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon practicing out of North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center at Northwell Health. Her undergraduate education was at the University of Michigan where she graduated with honors and was also an All-American gymnast. She attended Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons for medical school and also obtained her Masters of Public Health at the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia. She then completed her residency at Columbia s New York Orthopedic Hospital, where she served as chief resident. Dr. Nellans then returned to the University of Michigan for her Hand Fellowship training under Dr. Kevin Chung in the Department of Plastic Surgery. This fellowship gave her broad surgical exposure to both microvascular techniques and congenital hand conditions. Since joining Northwell, Dr. Nellans has been passionate about both medical student and resident education in the field of orthopedic surgery. She is the Program Director for the Orthopedic Residency based out of Long Island Jewish, and is the orthopedic departmental advisor for students at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Nellans is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Hip Replacement.

    David V. Tuckman
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 300, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    http://health.usnews.com/top-doctors/david-tuckman-hand-surgeon-108CC000866http://www.castleconnolly.com/doctors/full.cfm?source=ccm&doctorID=108CC000866. Dr. Tuckman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, Tendinitis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

    Alan J. Schefer
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine And Surgical Specialties At Northern Westchester

    400 East Main Street, 
    Mount Kisco, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Schefer is an Orthopedics provider in Mount Kisco, New York. Dr. Schefer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Hip Replacement.

    Bennett H. Brown
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group At Merrick

    1728 Sunrise Highway, 
    Merrick, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bennett H. Brown, M.D., is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the hand and upper extremity orthopedic problems. He is director of the Hand Center at Orlin and Cohen and medical director of the South Shore Ambulatory Surgery Center. An award-winning researcher, Dr. Brown joined our hand subspecialist team from the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Brown's research in hand fracture fixation techniques was presented at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annual meeting. His expert knowledge in hand fracture fixation has contributed directly to new technologies in boxing and mixed martial arts. He was chosen by NY State Athletic Commission as the ringside physician for NY state boxing. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, and Tendinitis.

    Lauren B. Grossman
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Healthcare Associates In Medicine

    3333 Hylan Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lauren B. Grossman, M.D., is a board certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity problems. She is the Associate Director of the Hand Center at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group. Dr. Grossman joined Healthcare Associates in Medicine s hand subspecialist team in 2013, from the Stony Brook University Hospital Medical Center. She was recognized by Castle Connolly for her excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery and awarded Regional Top Doctor 2019-2021, Top Doctor NY Metro Area 2019-2021, and Exceptional Women in Medicine 2020.She attended Emory University in Atlanta, GA where she achieved the Emory University Dean s List 2001- 2003 and was accepted in the Alpha Kappa Delta: International Sociology Honor Society. Dr. Grossman traveled to Boston, MA to obtain her medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. Her academic success earned her the George L. Howland Prize and she graduated with clinical honors in Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Surgical Anatomy, Surgery, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Family Medicine. She completed her residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center under the tutelage of Dr. William P. Urban, Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Following the completion of her residency, Dr. Grossman remained in New York for specialized training in Hand and Microsurgery with Dr. Lawrence C. Hurst, Chief of the Division of Hand Surgery at Stony Brook University Medical Center.Dr. Grossman enjoys the opportunities presented to her as a hand specialist, from performing highly specialized and delicate elective microsurgery for trauma injuries, to helping patients in need globally through humanitarian surgical missions. Dr. Grossman has presented multiple research projects at different meetings including a new way to train microsurgical technique, carpal tunnel release techniques, scaphoid fixation and fixation of femur fractures. She enjoys teaching and mentoring, having presented an extensive online lecture series in 2020 through the Association for the Study of Internal Fixation (AO North America) and looks forward to providing additional lectures in 2021. As a member of the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, Dr. Grossman also presented at the Society s 2018 and 2020 meetings. In conjunction with her tenure at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group, Dr. Grossman has spent time in developing countries, volunteering her skills to help those who are unable to receive hand surgical care. She traveled to Honduras in 2018 with the Touching Hands Project, an ASSH program funded by the American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand, to provide free hand care to adults and children with upper extremity issues. Dr. Grossman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst.

    Baruch Toledano
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 825 Northern Boulevard

    825 Northern Boulevard, Suite 201, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Baruch Toledano is an orthopedic surgeon at Northwell Orthopedic Institute. He attended the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, where he received his medical degree. He then pursued an internship and a residency from New York University. He is fellowship trained from New England Baptist Hospital and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Toledano is affiliated with Glen Cove Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, and Syosset Hospital. He is currently practicing at Great Neck and Glen Cove, NY. He deals with his patients in a calm and composed manner and encourages them to discuss their problems freely. Dr. Toledano's philosophy of practice is to provide comprehensive and holistic care. He believes that the needs of each patient for the same procedure may differ and strives to create the most personalized and customized treatment plans. Dr. Toledano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Tenosynovitis, Ganglion Cyst, and Hip Replacement.

    Yuehuei An
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Orthopedics | Hand Surgery
    Advanced in Trigger Thumb
    Orthopedics | Hand Surgery
    13620 Maple Avenue, 
    Flushing, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Yuehuei H. An, MD, is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and hand surgeon practicing in Bay Shore, NY and Flushing, NY. He is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwell Zucker School of Medicine. He is interested in general orthopaedics (upper and lower extremity), fracture care (upper and lower extremity), total joint replacement, shoulder surgery, elbow and hand surgery, and peripheral nerve injury. He was trained in orthopaedics and hand surgery in Beijing, Sydney, and Charleston SC. He is also an established researcher in orthopaedic surgery. Dr. An has published more than 100 papers / book chapters, more than 200 abstracts, and six books including Internal Fixation in Osteoporotic Bone, and Mechanical Testing of Bone and the Bone-Implant Interface, and Handbook of Bacterial Adhesion. He move his practice from Bay Shore, NY to Flushing, NY in July 2018. But he still travels to Bay Shore to do surgery on his old patients from the area. Dr. An is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Trigger Thumb?

    Trigger finger or thumb, also known as digital stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition in which a finger or thumb is stuck in a position as if it were squeezing a trigger. When the thumb or finger straightens, it may do so with a snap, as if a trigger were being released. Trigger finger or thumb is caused by a narrowing of the sheath that surrounds a tendon due to inflammation, and often occurs from work that requires repetitive gripping motions. The condition is more common in women and people with diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or gout, or can also occur as a complication of carpal tunnel surgery.

    When should I see a Trigger Thumb doctor in New York, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Trigger Thumb doctor in New York, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Trigger Thumb doctors in New York, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Trigger Thumb doctors in New York, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Trigger Thumb doctor in New York, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Trigger Thumb doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Trigger Thumb doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Trigger Thumb doctor in New York, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Trigger Thumb doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Trigger Thumb doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Trigger Thumb doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Trigger Thumb doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Trigger Thumb doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Trigger Thumb doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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