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Kristen Ploetze, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Ploetze was drawn to hand surgery because of the dramatic impact it has on a patient’s quality of life. She finds it gratifying to... View More
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About Me
Dr. Ploetze was drawn to hand surgery because of the dramatic impact it has on a patient’s quality of life. She finds it gratifying to enable a patient to return to work using their hands or to continue their hobbies and interests. Dr. Ploetze specializes in treating fractures of the arm, elbow, wrist, and hand. She also treats tendon and nerve injuries. Dr. Ploetze takes pride in treating common hand complaints, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and thumb arthritis.
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Ages Seen
Adults
Professional Summary
Education
- Medical Education
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville TN, 2014
- Residency
- Orthopedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis MO, 2019
- Fellowship
- Orthopedic Surgery- Hand Surgery, Hand Surgery Associates of Indiana Inc, Indianapolis IN, 2019 - 2020
Clinical Interests
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Trigger finger
- Thumb Arthritis