
Overview
Dr. Elaine Ahillen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who has been with Arthritis & Sports in the Sterling office since 2015. She is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care to patients with disorders of the hand and upper extremity with non-operative and surgical treatments.
After attending the University of Kansas for her undergraduate education, Dr. Ahillen received her M.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. She completed her orthopaedic surgery residency at the George Washington University Hospital. Subsequently, she received fellowship training in hand surgery at the Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery and fellowship training in sports medicine at TRIA Orthopaedic Center.
Dr. Ahillen is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care for her patients with advanced techniques. Her expertise includes minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures of the shoulder, hand, wrist, and elbow as well as reconstructive surgery for traumatic and arthritic conditions of the hand and upper extremity.
Dr. Ahillen is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. She is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), as well as the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Dr. Ahillen is an active community volunteer, and has a particular passion for Therapeutic Horse Riding.
Dr. Ahillen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.
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Locations
21475 Ridgetop Cir, Suite 150, Sterling, VA 20166
3333 North Calvert Street NHC 200
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Elaine Ahillen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elaine Ahillen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Elaine Ahillen by calling their office at 703-444-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Elaine Ahillen a top-rated expert for Ganglion Cyst?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elaine Ahillen is classified as an Advanced expert for Ganglion Cyst, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Elaine Ahillen specialize in?
While Dr. Elaine Ahillen is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Elaine Ahillen accept my insurance?
Dr. Elaine Ahillen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-444-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Ganglion CystDr. Ahillen isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
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- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Ahillen isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Ahillen isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Ahillen isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Ahillen isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- TendinitisDr. Ahillen isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Ahillen isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.
