Joseph Styron, MD, PhD
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
- 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
Certifications
- Orthopaedic 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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117 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.6 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
16 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
My experience has always been excellent with Dr. Styron and his staff. He is outstanding to deal with.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
A most positive experience every time scheduled with Dr. Styron and staff.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2022
Dr. J. Styron is excellent
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2022
When your 3 year old breaks their arm, the parents are more in a panic than the child. Dr Styron fit us into his schedule the next day and helped calm us down and manage our questions.
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2022
It's unfortunate that "excellent" isn't a choice on this survey, because that is the rating I would give Dr. Styron and his entire staff. It's obvious that they all work well together, and the atmosphere was upbeat, polite, and genuinely kind-hearted.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2022
Dr Styron is an excellent and very understanding doctor
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2022
Dr Styron was very helpful in getting my wrist healed. But overall I am very upset with your service. It should not take 12 months to heal my injury
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2022
Very professional with a warm and caring smile. Great Doctor!
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2022
Dr Styron is a caring and competent professional that I am blessed to have found!
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2022
Wonderful Dr.He listen,he care for meVery happy with my appointment
Reviewed on May 11, 2022
Dr Styron is very professional and great bed side manner
Reviewed on May 11, 2022
Dr. Styron and the staff is always very nice and helpful. I always feel that they listen to my concerns.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2022
PDr. Styrone is definitely a professional Doctor I enjoy working with him and I will keep seeing him long as I need to.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2022
Dr. Styron is best orthopedic I have seen. He listens to what issues you are having and discusses treatment plan and options. He is also very empathetic with what medical issues are going on including personal family issues. He takes the time to listen!
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2022
I always recommend Dr. Styron if someone needs an orthopedic.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2022
I was most pleased and impressed with the time and layman's terms (simple language that anyone can understand) Dr Stryon used in explaining proposed treatment options, risks, benefits and timeline maximum medical improvement.