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Dr. Micheal LeGeyt, M.D.

Hand Surgeon

Dr. Michael LeGeyt is a hand surgeon practicing in West Hatfield, MA. Dr. LeGeyt specializes in caring for hand, wrist, and elbow problems with the option of surgery if necessary. My philosophy is one of compassion, dedication, and experience to optimize patient outcomes.
32 years Experience
Dr. Micheal LeGeyt, M.D.
  • West Hatfield, MA
  • Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct
  • Accepting new patients

I have crooked fingers. Can this be corrected?

there are several options It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call 413-582-2600 to make READ MORE
there are several options
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Can a hand surgeon repair a torn off finger?

There are several options. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call 413-582-2600 to make READ MORE
There are several options.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Can a pinched nerve cause pain in your hand?

Yes
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Can iPads cause carpal tunnel syndrome?

yes
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

My nephew is born with webbed hands. At what age can he do his surgery?

That depends on several other factors,
he should seek out a consult at a Children's Hospital with a Pediatric hand surgeon.

How effective is a splint for trigger finger syndrome?

I have seen it help, but not always long term. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call READ MORE
I have seen it help, but not always long term.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

There is a bone growth on my index finger. Can it be operated and removed? What are the chances that it will regrow?

That will depend on the cause of the abnormal growth. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please READ MORE
That will depend on the cause of the abnormal growth.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

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

not necessarily It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment. READ MORE
not necessarily
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

I have a pain in my wrist and I can't hold anything heavy. What could be the reason?

There are several possibilities that can cause this. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please READ MORE
There are several possibilities that can cause this.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Trigger finger therapies?

yes there are several options It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call 413-582-2600 to READ MORE
yes there are several options
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Is carpal tunnel surgery safe for a diabetic person?

There are several risk factors unique to diabetic patients.
best to discuss these with your surgeon prior to surgery

I am experiencing numbness in my hands after a cancer treatment. Should I visit a doctor?

Chemotherapy induced neuropathy (nerve damage) can occur but is not the only cause of numbness in the hands. Best to seek out a consult from a Neurologist to determine the cause. READ MORE
Chemotherapy induced neuropathy (nerve damage) can occur but is not the only cause of numbness in the hands.
Best to seek out a consult from a Neurologist to determine the cause.

If I sprain my hand, should I put a hot compress or a cold compress?

initially injuries should be treated with "RICE" that is rest, Ice, light compression wrap, Elevation

My hands are shivering. What could this be?

A consult with a neurologist would be a good place to start.

Concern of mole on hand?

you should see a dermatologist for a consult and determine if you need it excised

Do you need physiotherapy after hand surgery?

not always, it will depend on several factors It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call READ MORE
not always, it will depend on several factors
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Can nerve block be used for hand surgery?

yes
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Random white patches on hands following covid?

you would need to see your dermatologist and possibly have a biopsy

Do you use local anesthesia for wrist surgery?

yes depending on the type of surgery It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call 413-582-2600 READ MORE
yes depending on the type of surgery
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.

Can I get local anesthesia for hand surgery?

yes
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.