(804) 506-3050For your convenience, Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center accepts most major insurance plans. Call the office today to verify your plan!
Melinda is originally from Ohio but has lived in Virginia for over 20 years. She has been an Occupational Therapist for over 20 years, across a variety of medical settings. She has enjoyed helping her patients resume valued activities, and particularly loves getting the opportunity to work with musicians and athletes. She received a BA in Psychology from Thomas More College in Crestview Hills, Kentucky, as well as a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Occupational Therapy and a Master's in Education from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. She enjoys doing a variety of things in her spare time and her interests range from: reading, textile arts (crocheting, sewing), playing piano, caring for a hodge-podge of pets, and cooking. She also enjoys travelling and visiting museums.
Contact Us TodayThe treatment you receive will vary, depending on the severity of your hand condition, injury, and the diagnosis. Dr. Galpern’s priority is to begin treatment with non-surgical, conservative methods to help you achieve full function without pain and without surgery.
However, if these treatments are not successful or if there has been damage that requires reconstruction or repair, surgery may be recommended to help prevent further damage. Dr. Galpern and his team at Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center in Richmond will answer all your questions about treatment and provide you with the necessary information to ensure that your surgical or non-surgical treatments are cared for correctly at home.
Arthritis can take a heavy toll on your hands and finger joints, including pain, deformity, and your ability to move your fingers. Hand surgery may improve mobility in your hands, help repair the joints, and reduce pain and discomfort.
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Pain is a common symptom of arthritis, injury, and disease. Hand surgery can help relieve the source of the pain and possibly reduce your reliance on pain medication.
More InfoA carpal tunnel release surgery can improve your function and reduce pain by widening the area and reducing the pressure on the nerves and tendons that control your hand. Symptoms typically start slowly and worsen over time. Call our office today to learn how an outpatient procedure can help you regain function in your hand.
More InfoParonychia is a hand infection that is present in the nail fold. When antifungal or antibiotic treatments are not successful, hand surgery may be used to drain the area and encourage healing.
More InfoDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis causes pain and inflammation in the hand, along the thumb and wrist. When left untreated, the area can get stiff, and the tendon becomes permanently restricted. If non-surgical treatment is unsuccessful, a surgical release may relieve the pressure and friction, improving movement and pain.
More InfoWhen the tendon that guides the movement of a finger does not glide easily, the finger can get stuck in a bent position. The condition can affect any of your fingers but happens more frequently in the thumb and ring finger. Women with diabetes, low thyroid function, and rheumatoid arthritis are at greater risk. Surgery may be used to widen the tendon sheath so it can move more easily.
Trigger FingerAlso called Dupuytren’s disease, this is a thickening of the layer of tissue directly under the skin in the palm of your hand. This may develop into a lump or band that can cause one or more fingers to curl, pulling sideways or into the palm. A surgeon can remove the thickened tissue to improve finger mobility.
Dupuytren’s ContractureA hand surgeon has the experience and expertise to address the anatomical and physiological changes that can happen in the intricate structure of the wrist. This can help improve wrist function and reduce pain and discomfort.
Wrist PainFor your convenience, Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center accepts most major insurance plans. Call the office today to verify your plan!
Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center always appreciates feedback from our valued patients. To date, we’re thrilled to have collected 251 reviews with an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 stars.
I have never been to a doctor’s office that has such a great bedside manner.Best Doctor and staff that I’ve ever dealt with
Good doctor, the best therapy person like Alex, Mary , we love it. sorry I have to graduate some day , love you guys
I will say I have optimal care there. It was nothing but pure sound medical attention that come from that practice. I love the staff and they are approached at making me feel better with my care. Thank you
This was my first time at this practice. First impression is the best impression and that is exactly what Dr. Galpem displayed. He and his staff is very professional, friendly and shows empathy. I'm so glad I was referred to...
