Overview
John Lien is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Lien is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
5315 Elliott Dr Ste 202, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
2305 Genoa Business Park Dr Ste 120, Brighton, MI 48114
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.
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Huron Valley Professional Center
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.
University Of Michigan Medical Center
Jennifer Waljee is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Waljee is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, Vasectomy, and Shoulder Arthroscopy.
Arora Hand Surgery
Avery Arora is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Arora is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Osteoarthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Lien
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Lien?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Lien by calling their office at 734-712-0600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Lien a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Lien is classified as an Advanced expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, 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. John Lien specialize in?
While Dr. John Lien is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, and Rhizarthrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. John Lien participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Lien has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. John Lien's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Lien accept my insurance?
Dr. John Lien accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-712-0600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Lien isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Lien isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Lien isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Lien isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Lien isAdvanced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
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- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Lien isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Lien isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Lien isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Lien isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Lien isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Lien isExperienced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.