River Elliott MD
Hand Surgeon | Plastic Surgeon
Specialties
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Dr. River Elliott
River M. Elliott, MD, is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon who holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand. Fellowship-trained at the Curtis National Hand Center, Dr. Elliott provides comprehensive hand and upper extremity care to patients of all ages. He has special expertise in the treatment of hand, wrist, forearm and elbow disorders. Dr. Elliott’s practice focuses on both surgical and non-surgical treatment of common upper extremity problems, including thumb and wrist arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendon and nerve injuries, and fractures.
Dr. Elliott dedicates a significant portion of his clinical practice in treating patients with challenging and complex upper extremity problems. He has a particular interest in difficult trauma and fracture cases, pediatric and congenital hand surgery, vascular disorders, fracture malunions and non-unions, complex reconstructive surgery procedures and microsurgery.
He also offers minimally invasive treatments for common hand problems, including wrist arthroscopy, wide-awake hand surgery and endoscopic carpal tunnel release.
Testimonials
What Patients Are Saying
Dr. Elliott was thorough in examining my hands and fingers. I received two shots on my left hand for two trigger fingers. I can now bend and use them. The thumb on the right hand is doing somewhat better from the voltaren he recommended but is not doing as well as the other fingers.
Patient Submitted Review By:
September 18, 2025
I’ve seen Dr. Elliott and his staff several times. Each time I was treated with kindness, patience and respect. He gives you options that may help, and explains those in detail. I would recommend Dr. Elliott and his staff to my family and friends. I appreciate the help and options I’m given. From the visit to post surgical procedures, he and his staff have always been amazing with checking in on how you are doing. I appreciate you all! Great bedside manner. If you are looking for a doctor who treats you with kindness and genuine care, it is Dr. Elliott and his staff.
Patient Submitted Review By:
September 18, 2025
Dr.Elliot is amazing. He has now fixed 3 different problems in my hands and wrists. He is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. Knowledgeable, professional, patient, and kind. He is straightforward and takes the time to explain and answer questions. He is the only one I will see for my hands and wrists. If I could give him 10 stars I would!
Patient Submitted Review By:
September 16, 2025
Certifications & Accreditations
Provider Background
- University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
- Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship: The Curtis National Hand Center, Baltimore, MD
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
- Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Subspecialty Certification: Hand Surgery
- Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)
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