Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Daniel Mass is a highly regarded expert in orthopaedic surgery of the hand and upper extremities. He has a special interest in the research and treatment of flexor tendon injuries (injuries to the muscles that allow the fingers to bend and flex), and he also studies the mechanics of the hand, wrist, and elbow.
A popular speaker, Dr. Mass has given numerous presentations on hand surgery to medical audiences around the world. In addition, he has written book chapters on flexor tendon injuries and hand and wrist surgery. He has contributed to many peer-reviewed articles on these and other orthopaedic topics.
Year Started Practice
1980
Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hand Surgery
Medical School
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Internship
University of North Carolina Hospital
Residency
The University of Chicago Medicine
Fellowship
San Francisco and Bern, Switzerland
Memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Orthopaedic Association
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
AO Fellowship Society
Chicago Society for Surgery of the Hand
Illinois Orthopaedic Society
International Federation of Societies of Surgery of the Hand
Orthopaedic Research Society
Language Spoken
English
Related Videos
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Tendonitis, Common Hand Masses and Compression Neuropathies
Dr. Daniel P. Mass addresses common problems that are seen in the hand such as tendonitis, trigger finger, De Quervain's, ganglions and carpal tunnel syndrome.
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Evaluation and Initial Treatment of Acute Hand Injuries
Dr. Daniel P. Mass details the types of hand injuries that can be treated in the emergency room, and what needs to be escalated to the operating room. Dr. Mass also provides tips on conducting the initial exam, wound care, splinting and tendon injuries.
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Evaluation and Initial Treatment of Acute Hand Injuries
Daniel P. Mass, MD, discusses his topic of Evaluation and Initial Treatment of Acute Hand Injuries.
