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Dr. Walter Short, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 76
Dr. Walter Short, MD
Dr. Walter Short, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Syracuse, NY.
Dr. Walter Short, MD

Dr. Walter Short, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 76
Syracuse, NY
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience
Dr. Walter Short, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Syracuse, NY.
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About Dr. Walter Short, MD

Dr. Short graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1975 and completed a residency at Upstate Medical University. Dr. Walter Short, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Syracuse, NY and has 51 years experience. Dr. Short currently practices at Fitness Forum Physical and Occupational Therapy PLLC and is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital and University Hospital S University N Y Health Science Center. Dr. Short's office accepts new patients. Dr. Short also speaks Chinese. Dr. Short is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Knee Disorders
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Pain
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Foot
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Rib Fracture
Shoulder Disorders
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
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Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arm Surgery
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Elbow Arthroscopy
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Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
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Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Humerus
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Joint Drainage
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Somatic Nerve Block
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • MagnaCare PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicaid
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
    Excellus BlueCross BlueShield PPO
  • WellCare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care
  • Workers Compensation WC
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Todays Options
  • Univera Healthcare
  • HealthNow New York, Inc.
  • Cigna
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  • Univera Healthcare
  • Medicaid
  • GHI
  • Elderplan
  • Martins Point
  • Medicaid
  • HealthNet
    Medicaid
  • Todays Options
  • United Healthcare
  • Medicaid
  • POMCO Group
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • PHCS
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • Total Health Care, USA
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Aetna HMO
    Aetna
  • Integrated Health Plan (IHP)
  • Three Rivers Provider Network PPO
  • Medicaid
  • CorVel PPO
  • Medicaid

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Meet Dr. Walter Short, MD

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Short's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Walter Short, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Short's profile.

Dr. Walter Short, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital and University Hospital S University N Y Health Science Center.

Yes, Dr. Walter Short, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine
    1975
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency Hospital
  • Upstate Medical University
    1976
Residency Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Walter Short, MD Practices

  • St. Joseph's Health Hospital

    301 Prospect Ave, Syracuse, NY

  • University Hospital S University N Y Health Science Center

    750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY

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