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Meet Dr. Nesbitt Silon
Kristin Nesbitt Silon M.D., F.A.C.S. — Physician
Biography
Kristin Nesbitt Silon, M.D., F.A.C.S. is board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and has a certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. She specializes in Hand and Upper Extremity Disorders. Dr. Nesbitt Silon is a firm believer in conservative care and therapies working with her hand-picked team of certified hand therapists. When surgery is required, for most procedures she utilizes minimally invasive techniques that lead to an easier, faster recovery with an earlier return to work and activities. Dr. Nesbitt Silon has published articles on various topics, including one in the Journal of Hand Surgery on distal radius fractures and the Journal of Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery on endoscopic carpal tunnel release.
Office Location
Areas Of Expertise
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Hand Laceration Repairs of Nerve, Artery and Tendon
De Quervain’s Syndrome
Wrist and Hand Fractures
Dupuytren's Contracture
Pain, Fracture and Dislocation of the Hand and Wrist
Specialties
Microsurgery of the Hand
Medical Degree
University of Buffalo School of Medicine; Buffalo, NY
Residency
Henry Ford Health Science Center; Detriot, MI
Fellowship
Curtis National Hand Center; Baltimore, MD - Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Certifications
Board Certified - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery
Professional Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Major Accomplishments
Dr. Harold Frost Distinguished Resident Research Award
Dr. Benjamin E. and Lila Obletz Award for Outstanding performance in Orthopaedic Surgery
Publication in the Journal of Hand Surgery on distal radius fractures
Publication in the Journal of Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery on endoscopic carpal tunnel release
Hospital Affiliations
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Affiliated Surgery Centers
Physicians Surgery Center
Frederick Surgical Center