Dr. Harrison B. Solomon, MD
Hand Surgeon | Hand Surgery
8401 Connecticut Avenue 800 Chevy Chase MD, 20815About
Dr. Harrison B. Solomon is a board-certified orthopaedic hand surgeon practicing in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. He is a partner at Montgomery Orthopaedics in Chevy Chase, Maryland, a division of the Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics. He completed his undergraduate education at Emory University before receiving his medical degree from NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Solomon then went on to an orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Maryland, and a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the prestigious University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Solomon has been in practice since 2003. During that time, he has received many awards and accolades. He has lectured and published nationally and internationally in the field of hand surgery. He is an active member of the American Society for Surgery the Hand and a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Locally, he is a member of the Maryland Orthopaedic Association and the DC Metropolitan Society for Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Solomon has been named a Top Doctor in the field of hand surgery by Washingtonian Magazine five times, in every published Top Doc issue since 2008. Additionally, he has been named a regional Top Doctor in the field of hand surgery by Castle Connolly 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2017. Each of these honors is based on a survey of other physicians in the Washington DC area as to whom they would choose for their own medical care. Dr. Solomon maintains privileges at Holy Cross Hospital where he has served as the Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2005. There, he oversees a busy orthopaedic surgery department with more than 30 surgeons. He also is part-owner and sits on the Board of Directors at the Surgery Center of Chevy Chase, a busy outpatient center with twenty orthopaedic surgeons performing more than 5000 procedures annually. Clinically, Dr. Solomon treats all conditions of the upper extremity, from shoulder to fingertip. His focus is treating conditions conservatively yet efficiently. Special areas of interest include carpal tunnel syndrome, sports injuries, arthritis, rotator cuff disease, and fractures of the hand and wrist. Dr. Solomon resides in Bethesda, Maryland with his three children. In his spare time he enjoys travel, golf, and the ocean.
Education and Training
New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny 1997
New York University School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Surgery of the Hand
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Dr. Harrison B. Solomon, MD's Expert Contributions
How long does it take to recover from hand nerve damage surgery?
It depends on the actual damage. Sometimes nerve damage can be permanent…or it could recover in a few weeks. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with chronic wrist pain?
Not likely. But there is no harm in trying! READ MORE
How do you treat a dislocated finger?
A dislocated finger joint needs to be put back into the proper position. If it happened recently, sometimes it can be done externally. If it happened some time ago, sometimes it requires surgery. READ MORE
Wrist injury?
Could be tendinitis called de Quervains. See your local hand surgeon! Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
Is numbness in hand serious?
Yes, you should! The most likely cause of hand numbness is carpal tunnel syndrome. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
Concern of mole on hand?
This should be shown to a dermatologist. They are best trained to evaluate skin lesions. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How do you fix scars on your hands?
Options include plastic surgery, or laser treatments from a dermatologist. Occasionally, injectables will work, but not as well. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How long does anesthesia last for hand surgery?
Usually between 6-18 hours. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from hand nerve surgery?
It depends on the type of nerve damage that you have. In general, however, nerves take a long time to recover. Sometimes as long as one year. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
Can hand scars be removed by plastic surgery?
It just depends on the scar. Where it is. How old it is. And many other factors. Laser treatments can be helpful in certain situations as well. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
What anesthesia is used for hand surgery?
Many different types. It depends on what the surgery is. Sometimes it is just local anesthesia. Sometimes it requires general anesthesia. And everything in between. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from finger nerve surgery?
If you cut the nerve, the recovery can take one year or more to get sensation back. However, you will be using the finger normally within 1 month. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How do you strengthen your thumb after surgery?
It really depends on the operation. Not all surgeries require strengthening. And oftentimes, that would not start until later in the healing process. Please consult with your surgeon! Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
Can you repair nerve damage in hand?
Well it depends on what caused the nerve damage…and many other details. There may be surgical options to help. Please consult your local hand surgeon if possible. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
I have numbness in my arms and hands when sleeping?
Most likely this is carpal tunnel syndrome. You could try a nighttime carpal tunnel brace. And pay a visit to your local hand surgeon. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How do I treat pachydermodactyly?
I’m sorry. You are right this is extremely rare. It will require a multi disciplinary approach with a hand surgeon, rheumatologist, and perhaps orthopaedic oncologist. I recommend consulting your local hand surgeon and asking for an appropriate referral. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor treat elbow pain?
Sure. Tennis elbow can be treated by a doctor, physical therapist, patient, and certainly chiropractor. That would not be my prescribed recommendation, but they may be able to help. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
i have pain my hand for three days?
There are many different potential causes. At first, rest and anti-inflammatory medicine can work. If it does not, consult a physician. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from trigger finger surgery?
Typically, I allow people to use the hand right away for anything less than 1 pound. The strenuous gripping and grabbing for three weeks. There will still be some aches and pains even for a few months. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
What anesthesia is used for hand surgery?
All kinds! It really just depends on the procedure. More and more hand surgery these days is done under straight local anesthesia in a “wide awake” setting. Harrison B. Solomon, M.D. READ MORE
Treatments
- Chronic Pain
- Trigger Finger
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Neuropathy
- Pain
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