Charles Hummer III, 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...
SPECIALTIES
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Joint Replacement
- Sports Medicine
EDUCATION/TRAINING
- Undergraduate — Amherst College
- M.D. — Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
- Internship — Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia
- Residency — Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Fellowship — The Christ Hospital, University of Cincinnati
CERTIFICATION
- Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Certificate of Added Qualification, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ABOS)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American College of Surgeons
- American Medical Association
- Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society (Past President)
- Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society
INTERESTING FACTS
While completing his Orthopaedic Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, Dr. Hummer was an assistant team physician for the Cincinnati Bengals. Dr. Hummer is currently the team physician and Chief Medical Officer for the Philadelphia Union (MLS).