Overview
Michael Kessler is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..
Dr. Kessler is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Trigger Thumb.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Kessler is currently accepting new patients.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007
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. Michael W. Kessler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Kessler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Kessler by calling their office at 202-444-8766. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael W. Kessler a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael W. Kessler 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. Michael W. Kessler specialize in?
While Dr. Michael W. Kessler is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Rhizarthrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Michael W. Kessler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael W. Kessler has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Michael W. Kessler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael W. Kessler accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael W. Kessler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-444-8766 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ArthritisDr. Kessler isAdvanced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Kessler isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Kessler isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Kessler isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Kessler isAdvanced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
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- Ganglion CystDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- SynovitisDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.
- TenosynovitisDr. Kessler isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.