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Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 59
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Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN.
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Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 59
Fort Wayne, IN
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience
Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN.

About

Dr. Hamlet graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles. Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN and has 33 years experience. Dr. Hamlet currently practices at Practice and is affiliated with Adams Memorial Hospital, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital and Paulding County Hospital. Dr. Hamlet has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Joint Pain, Ganglion Cyst and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Hamlet's office accepts new patients. Dr. Hamlet is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Neuroplasty
Wrist Replacement
Carpal Tunnel Release
Neuroplasty
Wrist Replacement
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger Release
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Joint Pain
Ganglion Cyst
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Trigger Finger
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis
Steroid Injection
Excision of Ganglion
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Arthrocentesis
Limb Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Cervical Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Somatic Nerve Block
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Hand Tendon Repair
Wrist Fracture
Gout
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Elbow Tenotomy
Radiculopathy
Broken Arm
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Medial Epicondylitis
De Quervain's Release
De Quervain's Disease
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Spinal Stenosis
Low Back Pain
Bursitis
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Elbow Sprain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Difficulty With Walking
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Cancer
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Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Myositis Ossificans
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibial Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Tendon Repair
Tommy John Surgery
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Sagamore Plus
  • Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Choice Plus POS II
    APCN Choice POS II
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Cigna PPO
    Cigna HMO
    Open Access Plus
  • Blue Cross Premier PPO
    PPO Plans - Group Enrollees PPO
  • HealthSync Options POS
    HealthSync-IN HMO
    HealthSync PPO IN POS
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Blue Preferred Plus POS
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • BlueCard PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate Plus POS

Locations

  1. 1 Integrity Physical Therapy Inc
    5050 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Orthopaedics Northeast PC
    8202 Glencarin Blvd Ste 300, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
    Monday
    07:45 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:45 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:45 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:45 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:45 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Orthopaedics Northeast PC
    11136 Parkview Circle Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46845
  4. 4 Parkview Ortho Hospital
    11130 Parkview Circle Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46845

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Jan 27, 2026
Dr. Hamlet explained everything thoroughly and allowed time for me to ask questions.
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Hamlet frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Joint Pain, Ganglion Cyst and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD is affiliated with Adams Memorial Hospital, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital and Paulding County Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ward Hamlet, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Education
Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles
    1994
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles
    1998
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • The Indiana Hand Center
    1999
Fellowship Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adams Memorial Hospital

    1100 Mercer Ave, Decatur, IN

  • Parkview Huntington Hospital

    2001 Stults Rd, Huntington, IN

  • Parkview Noble Hospital

    401 N Sawyer Rd, Kendallville, IN

  • Parkview Whitley Hospital

    1260 E State Road 205, Columbia City, IN

  • Paulding County Hospital

    1035 W Wayne St, Paulding, OH

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