Dr. Richard A Ruffin, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon - General, Orthopedic Surgeon - Hand Surgery practicing in Oklahoma City, OK
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| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Ok College of Medicine, Oklahoma City Ok | Other Degree | 1985 | |
| University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Medical Degree | 1985 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - University Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Orthopedic Surgery | Not Specified | |
| Residency - University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics | Not Specified |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Surgery Sub-Specialty: Surgery of the Hand | Orthopaedic Surgery | Not Specified |
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“Hand Surgery”
Dr Ruffin first went into the left wrist to remove a bone chip between the scaphoid and radius bone. (I thought it would be a simple surgery). He also performed Arthroscopic surgery to clean up arthritis inflammation in the rest of the hand, and he inadvertently dislodged the scaphoid by grinding too much cartilage out that holds it in place. This was discovered on the X-ray at the post-op visit. The bone had rotated 30 degrees. He stated the only fix would be to remove the scaphoid and fuse the...Original review on DoctorsDig.com
Comment - “ Hand Surgery ”
Dr Ruffin first went into the left wrist to remove a bone chip between the scaphoid and radius bone. (I thought it would be a simple surgery). He also performed Arthroscopic surgery to clean up arthritis inflammation in the rest of the hand, and he inadvertently dislodged the scaphoid by grinding too much cartilage out that holds it in place. This was discovered on the X-ray at the post-op visit. The bone had rotated 30 degrees. He stated the only fix would be to remove the scaphoid and fuse the...