When dealing with burns specifically on the hand, the hand should first be removed from the source of heat and kept clean. The goal of treatment is to prevent further problems with stiffness and infection. Burns are treated differently depending on their severity.

Burning your hand on a hot pot is a common mishap. Although it can be painful and frightening, it’s important to know how to minimized damage and promote quick healing. If you can act quickly and take the necessary steps, burn injuries can be effectively managed.

This year we had the pleasure of hosting a distinguished Visiting Professor, Dr. Carter at Omer Day on June 22nd, 2023.

Fireworks can be a dangerous thing when not handled properly. Here’s what you need to know about firework safety to keep you and your family safe this holiday!

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by excess pressure on the median nerve at the wrist. Swelling (inflammation) of the contents inside the tunnel can cause extra pressure. The term compressive neuropathy refers to nerve symptoms caused by pressure. Although the exact causes of carpal tunnel syndrome are unknown, there are a number of factors that can contribute to increased pressure or inflammation.

Many think that golf is a sport with near-zero injury risk. This is far from the truth - when compared to other sports, the likelihood of injury is actually much higher than you would think.

Do you ever wake up in the morning and notice that your hands are feeling numb and tingly? Though it's usually not a cause for alarm, it can still cause a little worry for most people.

Trauma to the hand is very common, and it can result in anything from a simple cut to a more serious fracture. After an injury, it's essential to know how to properly care for your hand to ensure proper healing.

Everyone, from the elite athlete to the average individual, can sustain a shoulder injury. There are several common shoulder injuries, and each has its own causes, symptoms, and treatment plan. If you've suffered a shoulder injury, your treatment plan needs to treat the negative symptoms and address the issue at the source. A custom-tailored treatment plan designed for your specific shoulder injury will restore full function and mobility to your shoulder and promote optimal healing so that you can live pain-free.

To determine what type of therapist you should find, you'll need to understand the critical differences between a certified hand therapist (CHT) and a physical therapist (PT).

Our new address is 21 Spurs Lane, Ste 248 Second floor, effective August 1st, 2022.

We have some exciting news - We’re moving!!

Dr. Srinivasan is excited to announce that he will be returning to the Hand Center following the successful completion of a fellowship focusing on complex shoulder surgery, including revision arthroplasty (revision shoulder replacements) at the University of Florida.

On Monday, June 1st, 2020, The Hand Center welcomed Dr. Bernard F. Morrey as our distinguished speaker for our 30th Annual Visiting Professor Lectureship.

We regret to inform you that Dr. Saucedo will be leaving The Hand Center of San Antonio and joining Houston Methodist Willowbrook in Houston, Texas.

We would like to congratulate our 2002 Fellow Alumni and current team doctor for the University of Virginia Basketball Team Dr. Bobby Chhabra on his team winning the 2019 NCAA National Championship!

Our very own David P. Green, MD was interviewed for a featured bio in the April 2019 Edition of BCMS San Antonio Medicine magazine!

Dr. David P. Green, one of the founders of The Hand Center of San Antonio, has been honored by the Bexar County Medical Society with its Golden Aesculapius Lifetime Service Award.

Helping Hands, founded by our very own Dr. David P. Green, held its first annual Casino Night on Saturday, January 27, 2019! The Hand Center of San Antonio Physicians and staff's families and friends represented well, having tons of fun all the while contributing for an amazing cause.

We will start opening a limited number of Saturday morning slots from 8 am to 10 am on most Saturdays. To secure your spot, please call by 3:00 pm on the Friday before*.