Overview
Dr. Lawton joined the faculty in 2010 as Chief of the Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery service. A graduate of U-M’s undergraduate and medical schools, Dr. Lawton completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Northwestern University in Chicago and his fellowship at the Raymond Curtis National Center for Treatment of the Hand and Upper Extremity at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. He went on to serve as Chief of the Combined Orthopaedic/Plastic Hand Surgery Service and Director of Orthopaedic Surgery Medical Student Clerkships in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Kentucky. Most recently, he practiced hand and upper extremity surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Lawton received the Thomas D. Brower Orthopaedic Excellence in Teaching Award and was elected to membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. His interests include congenital/pediatric, trauma, and post-traumatic reconstruction and elbow conditions in addition to the full spectrum of hand and upper-extremity problems.
Dr. Lawton is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scaphoid Non-Union, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Dupuytren Contracture, and Osteotomy.
Dr. Lawton is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Surgery Of The Hand. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2098 S Main St, Entrance 1, Level 1, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
39901 Traditions Dr, Floor 1, Northville, MI 48168
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Bloomfield Hand Specialists
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Rogel Cancer Center
Dr. Biermann serves as Director of the Musculoskeletal Oncology Program at the University of Michigan. Her clinical interests include malignant and benign tumors of soft tissue and bone, both primary and metastatic. Her practice includes both adults and children. Dr. Biermann chairs the Multidisciplinary Sarcoma Tumor Board, a collaborative cancer center group including medical and pediatric oncologists, pathologist, diagnostic radiologists, and radiation therapists. The Sarcoma clinic meets weekly. The University of Michigan Sarcoma team engages in patient care, clinical trials, and basic science research. In addition to her regional responsibilities, Dr. Biermann has been active in national committee and administrative work. She chairs the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Bone Tumors Panel. She is past president of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS). She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). She sits on the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) Grant Board. Her active research program has included more than 87 publications in the areas of musculoskeletal tumors and in the impact of the Internet on patient education. Dr. Biermann is the University of Michigan Medical Director for the Sarcoma Program and the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director. Dr. Biermann is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ewing Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Biermann is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.
University Of Michigan Medical Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton by calling their office at 734-936-5780. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton a top-rated expert for Scaphoid Non-Union?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton is classified as an Distinguished expert for Scaphoid Non-Union, 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. Jeffrey N. Lawton specialize in?
While Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Scaphoid Non-Union, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Trigger Thumb. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Scaphoid Non-Union. You can view a list of Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton accept my insurance?
Dr. Jeffrey N. Lawton accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-5780 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Lawton isDistinguished. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Lawton isDistinguished. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Lawton isDistinguished. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Lawton isDistinguished. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
- Advanced
- Accessory Navicular BoneDr. Lawton isAdvanced. Learn about Accessory Navicular Bone.
- Brachydactyly Type A2Dr. Lawton isAdvanced. Learn about Brachydactyly Type A2.
- Brachydactyly Type BDr. Lawton isAdvanced. Learn about Brachydactyly Type B.
- Brachydactyly Type CDr. Lawton isAdvanced. Learn about Brachydactyly Type C.
- Congenital Radioulnar SynostosisDr. Lawton isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Radioulnar Synostosis.
- Ganglion CystDr. Lawton isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Experienced
- Amniotic Band SyndromeDr. Lawton isExperienced. Learn about Amniotic Band Syndrome.
- Bone TumorDr. Lawton isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Lawton isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- BursitisDr. Lawton isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Lawton isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Lawton isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.