Donald Lewis, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialties
Hand & Wrist, Elbow, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Specialties
  • Hand & Wrist
  • Elbow
  • Shoulder
  • Sports Medicine
  • Logo: Castle Connolly

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Care Team
Physician Assistant
Locations

San Ramon

5201 Norris Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Ramon, CA 94583
United States

  • Contact

    (925) 939-8585

Get to Know Dr. Lewis

“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.“

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.

    Education, Certifications & Affiliations

    Education & Training

    • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Arts, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, 1989
    • Medical Degree: Doctor of Medicine, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, 1993
    • Internship: General Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Medical Center, Columbia University, New York, NY, 1994
    • Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, New York Orthopaedic Hospital, Columbia University, New York-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY, 1998
    • Fellowship: Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery, Philadelphia Shoulder to Hand Center/Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, 1999
    • Fellowship: Sports Medicine and Trauma Surgery, Barton Hospital, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 2000

    Certification

    • Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
    • Surgery of the Hand Subspecialty Certification
    • Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctor List, 2013-2022

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