Dr. Derek Klaus, MD
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Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Blue Cross Blue Shield, Original Medicare, Centene Corporation, Aetna, Cigna, +2 more · See all
Medical school listed
Medical school listed as The University of Toledo College of Medicine · See training
Board certification listed
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon · See credentials
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Specialty
Orthopedic Surgeon
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means.
Also listed as
- Hand SurgeonAn orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Treatments & procedures
- fractures
- nerve compression syndromes such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel
- tendon disorders (like trigger finger and DeQuervain’s)
- total joint replacements of the shoulder and elbow
- arthroscopy of the shoulder, elbow, and wrist
Credentials & Training
Education and training
- The University of Toledo College of MedicineMedical school
- Summa HealthResidency · Orthopedic Surgery
- PittsburghFellowship · Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Board certifications
- Board-Certified Orthopedic SurgeonCertification
About
Dr. Derek Klaus is an orthopedic surgeon in Akron who has additional subspecialty training in hand and upper extremity surgery. He graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine, completed orthopedic surgery residency at Summa Health, and pursued fellowship training in Pittsburgh. His listed practice areas include fractures, nerve compression syndromes such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel, tendon disorders, shoulder and elbow joint replacement, and arthroscopy of the shoulder, elbow, and wrist. He is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and speaks English.
- Languages spoken
- English
- NPI
- 1972814614
- Primary taxonomy
- 207X00000X
Frequently asked questions
What does Dr. Klaus specialize in?
He is an orthopedic surgeon with additional training in hand and upper extremity surgery.
What conditions and procedures are listed for Dr. Klaus?
His listed areas include fractures, carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel, tendon disorders such as trigger finger and DeQuervain’s, shoulder and elbow joint replacement, and arthroscopy of the shoulder, elbow, and wrist.
Where does Dr. Klaus practice?
He practices in Akron, Ohio, at 525 E Market St.
What training and certification are listed for Dr. Klaus?
He graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine, completed orthopedic surgery residency at Summa Health, pursued fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery in Pittsburgh, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.