Dr. Lee Reichel

Biography

Lee M. Reichel, M.D. is a Professor at Dell Medical School, University of Texas, specializing in the Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care. He is an orthopaedic surgeon with extensive training, having completed fellowship programs in hand and microvascular surgery at the University of Washington and orthopaedic trauma at the University of Minnesota. His clinical interests primarily focus on complex fractures of the elbow, forearm, and wrist, along with the management of common hand and upper-extremity conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and Dupuytren’s disease. Dr. Reichel's research interests encompass both traumatic and non-traumatic conditions of the hand. Additionally, he takes part in educational endeavors as the subspecialty director for orthopaedic surgery and hand surgery rotations. He is actively involved in community interests, leading monthly conferences that bring together hand surgeons, therapists, and healthcare providers to discuss relevant topics. His professional affiliations include the American Society of Surgery of the Hand, the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

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