Doctor Profile
Richard Makowiec, MD
Hand, Wrist, & Elbow Surgeon
Dr. Richard Makowiec brings more than 25 years of practice experience to Indiana Orthopedic Institute in hand and upper extremity surgery.
Get to know Dr. Richard Makowiec
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He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery with a Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Hand.
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He served as a staff orthopedic surgeon in the United States Navy and as an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern University.
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Dr. Makowiec has served on numerous committees and leadership positions throughout his career, including Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery Division and Vice President of Medical Staff at Franciscan Health Indianapolis Mooresville Hospital.
Areas Of Care
Hand & Wrist Care And Related Conditions.
Meet Dr. Richard Makowiec.
Education
- Microbiology: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Medical: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: Northwestern University School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
- Hand Surgery Fellowship: Indiana Hand Center, Indianapolis, IN
Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2002
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, 2003
Professional Highlights
- Author of numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters.
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Mid-America Orthopaedic Association
- American Association for Hand Surgery
Nationally Recognized Care, Close to Home
More About Richard Makowiec.
Dr. Richard Makowiec brings more than 25 years of practice experience to Indiana Orthopedic Institute in hand and upper extremity surgery.
Dr. Makowiec provides care for many orthopedic problems of the hand, wrist, and elbow, including sports injuries, work-related injuries, overuse injuries, wrist arthroscopy, minimally invasive surgery, and joint replacement.
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