Armando Mendez, M.D.

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Management of Chronic Tendon Injuries

Tendons are tough, fibrous tissues that connect muscle to bone and play a critical role in our movement, from helping us swing a tennis racket to allowing us to lift groceries or climb the stairs. But for all their strength and flexibility, tendons are also...

Why Is My Thumb Twitching?

Thumb twitching, medically referred to as fasciculation, occurs when small muscles in the hand contract involuntarily. While it may feel like something serious is going on, the truth is that this twitching can be triggered by a wide range of causes, from not getting...

Nutrition for Bone and Joint Health

The foods you eat affect much more than just your weight and energy levels; they also play a significant role in your long-term bone and joint health. That’s why having a balanced diet is essential. But what does a “balanced diet” consist of? It should include an...

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CLINICAL EXPERTISE

  • Orthopaedic Surgery; Shoulder
  • Joint Replacement
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fracture Care

EDUCATION/TRAINING

  • Undergraduate – Marquette University
  • M.D. — Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
  • Internship — Medical Center of Delaware
  • Research Fellowship — A.I. duPont Institute
  • Residency — University of Kansas
  • Fellowship in Spinal Surgery — University of Rochester    

CERTIFICATION

  • Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

INTERESTING FACTS

Dr. Mendez has received several awards over his academic and professional career, including the Russell S. Hibbs Award from the Scoliosis Research Society.

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