MEET

DR DONALD LEWIS

Orthopedic Surgeon

SPECIALTIES

LOCATIONS

  • Walnut Creek

  • San Ramon

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE

“When possible, I always start with non-surgical treatment that can return function quickly. In situations requiring surgery, I use minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques to decrease pain and shorten the recovery period.“

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SERVICES

With Dr Lewis

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of your hand.

MINIMALLY INVASIVE ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY

Dr Lewis is skillful in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery that is done using a small incision and a few stitches.

ROTATOR CUFF REPAIR

Dr Lewis is skillful in rotator cuff tears repair which is a tear in the tissues connecting muscle to the bone around the shoulder joint.

FRACTURE CARE

Dr Lewis is skillful in Fracture Care which often involves resetting the bone in place and immobilizing it.

SPORTS MEDICINE

Sports Medicine is for school, college and pro athletes as well as for individuals who exercise for health.

Learn About Sports Medicine

HAND & WRIST ARTHRITIS

Hand arthritis is painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints which causes pain and swelling, stiffness and deformity.

DR LEWIS'S DME STORE

Dr Lewis has identified a list of products you will need at your pre-operative visit to assist in your recovery following your surgery.

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About Dr Lewis

Dr. Lewis began practicing orthopedic surgery in 2000 after earning his medical degree from the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. His internship and residency at the Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York prepared him for two successive fellowships – one in hand and elbow surgery and another in shoulder surgery, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.

Dr. Lewis treats both simple and complex hand, elbow and shoulder disorders, which often involve sports-related issues. He has expertise in wrist arthroscopy and minimally invasive hand surgery. Common hand and elbow problems Dr. Lewis can treat are carpal tunnel syndrome and peripheral nerve disorders/injuries, fractures and ligament injuries, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, tendonitis and tendon ruptures, thumb basal joint and hand osteoarthritis, tumors/masses/ganglions, tennis and golfer’s elbow (lateral and medial epicondylitis).

Shoulder conditions and injuries that Dr Lewis treats include both simple and complex shoulder arthroscopy, labral and SLAP repair, and rotator cuff repair including revision surgery.

Dr. Lewis thrives on overcoming the challenges faced in orthopedic medicine. His attention to detail rivals only his dedication to helping patients return to their favorite sports and activities. Meticulous skill, combined with a polite and professional bedside manner, ensures his patients receive the best orthopedic treatment available.

  • Board Certification

    • Orthopedic Surgery

      2012

    • Hand Surgery

      2012

  • Fellowship

    • Sports Medicine and Trauma

      Barton Hospital, South Lake Tahoe, CA 2000

    • Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery

      The Philadelphia Hand Center; Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA 1999

  • Residency

    • Orthopedic Surgery

      New York Orthopaedic Hospital, Columbia University; New York-Presbyterian Medical Center, 1998

  • Internship

    • General Surgery

      New York-Presbyterian Medical Center, Columbia University, New York, NY 1994

  • Medical School

    • MD

      Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, 1993

  • College

    • BA

      University of Virginia, 1989

Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctor List, 2013-2022

RESOURCES

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DOCUMENTS

REVIEWS

About Dr Lewis



Assisting the Doctor:

Munson, Reagan 900 x 850

Reagan Munson, PA-C

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Physician Assistants are highly skilled medical professionals. Dr. Lewis is joined by Reagan Munson, PA-C to provide the highest standard of care.

Reviews Mean So Much!

Reviews mean so much to both the doctor providing care as well as to prospective patients. We appreciate your reviews!

If you have a serious shoulder injury and are looking for one of the most skilled orthopedic surgeons in the Bay Area to make you whole again, you will find no better than Dr Donald Lewis.

- Mark R

Highly recommend Dr. Lewis! He made me feel very comfortable during my appointment and discussed all of my concerns. If I have any other issues I will definitely go back to him.

- Chris J

Now after surgery is complete, I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Lewis and his team. I would highly recommend.

- Heath CS