Joseph Styron, MD, PhD
Primary Location
Strongsville Family Health Center
Additional Locations
Orthopaedic Surgery
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6260
- Fax:
- 216.445.3694
Orthopaedic Surgery
Middleburg Heights Family Health Center
17840 Bagley Road
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6260
- Fax:
- 216.445.3694
Orthopaedic Surgery
Lutheran Hospital
1730 W. 25th Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6260
- Fax:
- 216.445.3694
Treatment & Services
- Arthritis Surgery
- Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture Surgery
- Elbow Surgery
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Fracture Care
- Hand Surgery
- Nerve Transfer Surgery
- Pediatric Fracture Treatment
- Pediatric Orthopaedics
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Shoulder Arthroscopic Surgery
- Shoulder Surgery
- Upper Extremity Surgery
- Wrist Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Arthritis of the Thumb Base
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries
- Congenital Hand Differences
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Elbow Problems
- Fractures of the Hand
- Hand and Wrist Injuries
- Hand Problems
- Hand Related Sports Injuries
- Pediatric Sports Injuries
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Injuries in Baseball
- Shoulder Problems
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
- Trigger Finger
- Upper Extremity Disorders
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View All PlansAbout Joseph Styron, MD, PhD
Joe Styron, MD, PhD grew up in Northern Virginia but first moved to Cleveland for college at Case Western Reserve University. Over the course of 11 years at Case Western, Dr. Styron earned his bachelor’s degree, PhD, and MD. He earned honors with each of his degrees and was inducted into national honor societies from the undergraduate and medical school levels. After he completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Styron pursued two fellowships to hone his subspecialty training. He completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Styron then completed a second fellowship in Congenital & Pediatric Hand Surgery at the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia where he treated a myriad of genetic, traumatic, and acquired conditions in children. After completing his advanced training, Dr. Styron returned to the Cleveland Clinic as a staff surgeon.
Dr. Styron has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters on various issues in orthopaedic surgery. He has also given presentations of his work at national and international meetings. He is very active in research, in particular, studying ways to maximize patient outcomes within orthopaedic surgery. His PhD is in Health Services Research & Policy and he has a keen interest in optimizing patient experiences and outcomes within the health system. Dr. Styron’s specialty interests include surgery of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder in individuals from infants to the elderly. He has specialized training in nerve and tendon transfers in infants and children unable to move their hands or arms.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2017
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Shriner's Hospital for Children - Philadelphia
Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric and Congenital Upper Extremity Surgery
Philadelphia,
PA
2018
Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
Pittsburgh,
PA
2017
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Orthopedic Surgery
Cleveland,
OH
2016
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
2011
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Epidemiology and Biostatistics- Health Services Research and Policy
Cleveland,
OH
2009
Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery
Specialty Interests
Congenital & pediatric hand differences, nerve & tendon transfers, fracture fixation and tendon repair in the upper extremity, corrective osteotomies of the upper extremity, wrist, elbow & shoulder arthroscopy
Research & Publications
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As of 10/28/2024, Dr. Styron has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Styron receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- AxoGen, Inc.
- Acumed, LLC
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
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197 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Listens | 5 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
26 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024
Doc is amazing.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024
Dr. Styron is one of my favorite doctors. He is always happy and positive and couldn't be nicer. I trust him completely. His resident was also excellent! She will be a great doctor, too.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024
Dr Styron is absolutely wonderful always listens and is very caring
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024
I chose the Cleveland Clinic because I wasn't totally satisfied with the care and advice I received from my local Toledo area doctor. Dr. Styron has done a great job laying out my options and giving advice.
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024
Dr. Styron was remarkably knowledgeable and fully and patiently explained the mechanisms of injury, proposed evaluation, and management. He immediately responded back to me with test results and treatment plans. Outstanding physician!
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2024
The entire staff that works with Dr. Styron himself. They are all very very good souls. I'm much appreciate them.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2024
Like I've been saying for four years, Dr. Styron is a true professional He's always concerned, very knowledgeable and always helps
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024
The care I received from Dr. Styron was exceptional.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024
This appointment was to get a second opinion and I'm glad I did. The doctor I saw in Toledo wanted to go straight to surgery, which I found to be peculiar. Everyone I know with a similar issue has always started with steroid injections. Dr Syron suggested Steroid injections and gave a very detailed explanation of why we should take this approach.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024
Dr. Styron and his team have always been informative as well as listening to my thoughts and symptoms.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024
I have already recommended Dr. Styron to not only my husband for his orthopedic issues, but to some friends as well. Dr. Styron showed nothing by a professional and personal level of treatment couple years ago when I came to him and this is why I have chose to return to him again for my treatment.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024
I've already recommended Dr. Styron to one of my friends! :)
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2024
Dr styron has no bedside manner and doesn't seem to care about my problem
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Over many years and across numerous departments, I have received excellent care from Cleveland Clinic providers. I would put Dr. Styron near the very top. He is exceptional.
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024
Excellent care by the entire team. Team reviewed my XRays with me highlighting my acute over my chronic issues with my CMC first and second joint. Dr discussed the injections for relief and performed the injection.
Reviewed on May 29, 2024
Fantastic physician. I have full confidence and he put me at ease. Addressed all my questions and concerns. Address in detail options available pros and cons.
Reviewed on May 13, 2024
Dr Styron makes you feel very comfortable, no rushing, explains everything "a real doctor "
Reviewed on May 1, 2024
Dr. Styron is great and I do refer other to him.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
Exceptional care with Dr. Styron and his team.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
Doctor was very nice and took his time to explain my results to me in a way I'd understand.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
I love the strongsville Cleveland clinic and dr. Styron was a great trusted doctor.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
Overall great experience with Dr. Styron, took the time to explain my elbow issues and treated accordingly.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
Dr Styron was incredible. He listened to my concerns, reassured me of what needed to be done surgically, and was very caring of my needs and concerns. One of the best Physicians I have experienced
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024
Dr.Styron is so great. Besides doing an amazing job fixing a problem I've had for a long time, he was so down to earth and informative. He really made me feel relaxed through the whole process.His team around him is just the best I could have hoped for. Dr David I believe was there for a fellowship he helped with my left hand and he was also a pleasure to talk with.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2024
He is an extraordinary doctor!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024
Dr. Styron was incredible. He made me feel so safe (with my very complicated health history). I am thrilled to be in his care.