Overview
I'm a Board Certified Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon. I hold skills in treatment of traumatic and degenerative conditions of the hand and wrist including hand and wrist fractures, tendon and ligament repair and reconstruction, nerve repair, small joint arthroplasty, CMC arthroplasty, wrist arthroscopy, treatment of Dupuytrens contractures (including Xiaflex), treatment of compressive neuropathies and tendon disorders of the upper extremity.
Dr. Friend is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Friend is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, (Orthopaedic Surgery), and (Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery). She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
180 Halton Road, Greenville, SC 29607
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Megan E. Friend
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Megan E. Friend?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Megan E. Friend by calling their office at 864-234-7654. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Megan E. Friend a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Megan E. Friend 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. Megan E. Friend specialize in?
While Dr. Megan E. Friend is a Orthopedics, 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 Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Megan E. Friend participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Megan E. Friend has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Megan E. Friend's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Megan E. Friend accept my insurance?
Dr. Megan E. Friend accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 864-234-7654 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Friend isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Friend isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Friend isAdvanced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
- Experienced
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Friend isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.