Joseph Styron, MD, PhD
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Treatment & Services
- Arthritis Surgery
- Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture Surgery
- Elbow Surgery
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Fracture
- Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Nerve Transfers For Injury/tumor
- Pediatric Fracture Treatment
- Pediatric Orthopaedics
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Dislocations
- Shoulder Injuries in Baseball
- Shoulder Surgery
- Upper Extremity Surgery
- Wrist Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Arthritis of the Thumb Base
- Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries
- Congenital Hand Differences
- DeQuervain's Disease
- Elbow Problems
- Fractures Of The Hand
- Hand and Wrist Arthritis
- Hand and Wrist Injuries
- Hand Problems
- Hand Related Sports Injuries
- Pediatric Sports Injuries
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Shoulder Arthritis
- Shoulder Problems
- Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Trigger Finger and De Quervain's Disease
- 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 USA
2018
Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2017
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Orthopedic Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
2016
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland,
OH USA
2011
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve University
Epidemiology and Biostatistics- Health Services Research and Policy
Cleveland,
OH USA
2009
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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212 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
37 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Dec 30, 2020
My provider showed extreme care for me and my concerns, even taking extra time to look up previous x-rays to answer my questions.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2020
Dr. Styron is a very caring surgeon and listens intently to his patients. I wouldn't have anyone else take care of my shoulders or thumbs!
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2020
I recommend Dr. Styron and his staff to all my family and friends! He is the Best Doctor Doctor (MD/PHD)EVER!
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2020
Dr. Styron was very helpful, answering questions we hadn't thought to ask, and giving personal examples to help with our decision-making. Very personable.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2020
Dr. Styron and Dr. Patel both helped me and both were fantastic! I wanted to stay and hang out with how comfortable they made me.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2020
Staff and Dr. Styron were very personable.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2020
Dr Styron treated me as his most important patient.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2020
Dr. Styron is excellent, listens, cheerful always, and does an excellent job
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2020
Dr. Styron's staff is very together and are on the same page.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2020
When I got into my appointment with Dr Styron he was very thorough and explained everything to my understanding took his time with me and answered all my questions, and so far so good the treatment he gave is working. I appreciate the help of all his staff and him.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2020
Dr. Styron was carefully explained the options for treatment and was willing to repeat based on my questions.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020
the doctor took his time with me to explain my issue. I found out information I was not aware of.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2020
Dr Styron was very concerned and even asked person questions not related to my injury to make sure my mental state was good and gave me plenty of time to explain my medical problem without rushing me off the phone.
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2020
Very pleased with Dr. Styron's questions, professionalism and him personally.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2020
I was very impressed with my Appointment with Dr. Joseph Styron.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2020
I was very happy with the care I got from Dr. Styron, his Nurse, Brenda and Jo, my therapist.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2020
Dr styron seemed very concerned for me and my questions and was very attentive.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2020
Dr. Styron was very professional, skilled and accommodating. So was his support staff.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2020
I would recommend this dr to anyone.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2020
Dr. Styron gets my vote for my best doctor for 2020 .... smart, articulate, and eager to do what is right for me!!! I forgot to order new thumb wrist straps, but I will do this when I get back from vacation.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2020
I was very happy that Dr. Styron was available to see me so soon after my accident. He and Lisa have treated me with great respect and concern and I consider myself lucky that I was under their care. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thank you
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2020
The experience with Dr. Styron was above exceptional in giving us hope and seeing a plan how to help our daughter's arm for a missed dislocation diagnosis from when she was 5. Dr. Styron communicated with other physicians on how to best approach her problem after a few initial meetings he had with us due to the length of time it had been from the initial injury and repeated oversights of other doctors.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2020
I was overwhelmed as a parent with our daughter's problem with her arm due to repeated denials of anything being wrong over the years by several doctors. The doctors who identified the dislocation, stated nothing could be done to help her. It was Dr. Styron's concern and confidence in knowing my daughter needed help with her arm explaining possible ideas he was thinking about that brought comfort and hope. Even though Dr. Styron did not know exactly what plan would be the best to help her in the beginning, he continued thought and pursuit of ideas to help her until he was confident of the plan he eventually decided on. Dr. Styron showed a compassionate concern that was far and above anything I had experienced from prior physicians which is sadly unique and rare among my experiences.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2020
The doctors and nurses at the Strongsville facility were fantastic. It was the schedulers at main campus who all seem to be clueless and at times rude. I was told 2x I would be called back and never was by 2 different people. The next time I called the next scheduler admitted there were no notes from the previous calls I had made. I called 5 times before I was actually given the proper information on which doctors could perform needle aponeurotomy.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2020
Dr Styron was excellent in listening to me and explaining the problem and gave me options for the treatment. He was and the resident were very attentive to my problem.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2020
doctors was very helpful
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2020
Dr. Styron is very thorough in his exams. I would highly recommend him to everyone!!
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2020
Dr Styron is very kind and patient and a good listener
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2020
This was my second appointment with Dr. Styron and he does a fantastic job. He actually listens and addressed any question or concern I had. He actually makes you feel like a patient not just a number if that makes any sense. I was concerned that the surgeon who originally did my surgery was relocating but he 100% left me in great hands.
Reviewed on May 20, 2020
Dr. Styron, Brenda and Lisa are a perfect team.
Reviewed on May 13, 2020
One of my best Doctors ... interested in my issues and long term wellbeing. Everyone went out of their way to identify a very old topical cream, found it; verified the functionality and issued a script. Above and beyond effort one that is truly appreciated. BRAVO to Dr. Styron, Nurse Brenda and the entire staff. Great TEAM
Reviewed on May 11, 2020
My visit will Dr. Styron went very well. He explained everything about my hand and gave me choices about what could be done.
Reviewed on May 11, 2020
Dr Styron was very knowledgable and answered all my questions satisfactorily. I am confident in his diagnosis and treatment.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
*Dr. Styron is a wonderful person - Caring doctor. Proud & thankful to know him and to have had him treat my daughter.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2020
Dr. Styron is fantastic.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2020
Dr Styron not only cares for you as his patient but also as a human with great concern for your treatment and let's you get involved.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2020
Dr. Styron was perfect.