
Alex J. Doermann, M.D.
Hand Surgeon | Surgery of the Hand
2323 de La Vina St Ste 201 Santa Barbara CA, 93105About
Dr. Alex Doermann is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Santa Barbara, CA. Dr. Doermann specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the upper extremity. As an orthopaedic finger tip to shoulder surgeon, Dr. Doermann tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons.
Education and Training
Brigham Young University Bachelor of Science 2012
UC Irvine Medical School Medical Doctor 2017
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Alex J. Doermann, M.D. 's Expert Contributions
After Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Discomfort in the palms and wrist up to 3 months after surgery is common after carpal tunnel release. Typically the pain is the worst the first 3-5 days and should start to decrease as the body heals over the incision. I would avoid any heavy lifting or activity where you are using you had until the stitches are removed by your provider in clinic. READ MORE
Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha 2017 AOA
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Association for Hand Surgery
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Fellowships
- Hand, Microsurgical and upper extremity fellowship at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center
Professional Society Memberships
- AAHSASSHAAOS
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Hawaii
Hobbies / Sports
- Basketball, Volleyball, Golf, spending time with kids and wife.
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Hand Surgery.
Alex J. Doermann, M.D. 's Practice location
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Jessica A Cohen-brown M.D.215 Pesetas Ln Santa Barbara CA 93110
- Dr. Adam Warren Rives M.D.2323 DE LA VINA ST STE 201 SANTA BARBARA CA 93105
- Dr. Robert Merrill Ruth MD2323 De La Vina Santa Barbara CA 93105
- Dr. Steven Brian Hollstien M.D.5333 Hollister Ave Santa Barbara CA 93111
- Dr. Dennis B Phelps M.D.2936 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA 93105
- Mr. Michael Jameson Behrman MD2323 Delavina Santa Barbara CA 93105
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