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Dr. Mark J Mohrmann, MD

Hand Surgeon

Dr. Mark Mohrmann is a hand surgeon practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Mohrmann specializes in caring for hand, wrist and forearm problems without the option of surgery unless necessary. Many hand surgeons are also experts in diagnosing and caring for shoulder and elbow problems and tend to suggest non-surgical treatments such as hand therapy or physical therapy.
27 years Experience
Dr. Mark J. Mohrmann, MD
Specializes in:
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Broken Bones
  • Hand Surgery
  • New York, NY
  • Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
  • Accepting new patients

What are various factors that could cause carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is about repetitive motion and overwork. It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation READ MORE
Carpal tunnel syndrome is about repetitive motion and overwork. It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

Every day morning I wake up with cold and stiff hands. Why does this happen?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

My hand seems to be swollen up after I played a game of tennis yesterday. What could be the reason?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

What is the reason for the bulge in my wrist?

What you describe sounds like it may be a ganglion cyst, which are quite common and easily treated. It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional READ MORE
What you describe sounds like it may be a ganglion cyst, which are quite common and easily treated. It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

My hands are shivering. What could this be?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

How can I reduce my hand tremors?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

What could be the cause of my wrist pain?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

I am experiencing stiffness in my finger after an injury. What could be the reason?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

I am having pigmentation around my palm and hand. What could be the reason?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

What could be the reason for my frozen shoulder?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

Irritating scar tissue, what can I do?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

I have a painful bump on my wrist. Should I get it removed surgically?

What you describe sounds like a ganglion cyst. They are quite common and easy to treat, but many times they do return. It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a READ MORE
What you describe sounds like a ganglion cyst. They are quite common and easy to treat, but many times they do return. It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

I burnt my hand with hot water. Could it have also affected my bones?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

I am having pain in my hand. Will I need surgery?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

I am suffering from a hand pain due to sleeping on one side. What should I do?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

How long does it take for carpal tunnel syndrome to go away?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

How effective is a splint for trigger finger syndrome?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

When is surgery for rheumatoid arthritis recommended?

It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner READ MORE
It is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional to ensure it is not the manifestation of something more serious. You also want to seek help sooner rather than later to prevent any further damage to the area.

Can I drink alcohol after local anesthesia?

Reschedule the surgery, or don't drink. This is advice for any surgery, not just because of the anesthesia.

What type of anesthesia is used for hand surgery?

This varies based on physician, patient, condition, treatment option, etc. Ask your doctor as many questions as you need to until you feel completely comfortable with your decision READ MORE
This varies based on physician, patient, condition, treatment option, etc. Ask your doctor as many questions as you need to until you feel completely comfortable with your decision to have them perform the procedure.