Carol Armstrong, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery

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Overview

Area of focus i

  • Wrist, Hand, Finger, Elbow Fractures, Sprains and Tendinitis
  • Wrist, Hand, Finger and Elbow Arthritis
  • Wrist, Hand, Finger and Elbow Lumps, Cysts or Masses

Languages spoken

  • English

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About

Philosophy of care

As your surgeon I provide a diagnosis using the latest medical evidence and explain the problem in nontechnical language. I know it can be overwhelming when doctors rush through treatment options and only speak in medical terms. I prefer working hand--in-hand with you to customize a treatment plan based on what you may have tried before and your specific goals. I want you to feel confident you can make an educated choice on the best next step. Whether it is an acute injury or a chronic problem, I know you have concerns about how you can get back to your daily life. I will answer your questions about risks and expectations for recovery and be there with you every step of the way.

Why I entered medicine

I wanted to be a doctor ever since I could remember. I fell in love with orthopedics in college because I saw the impact education and intervention has on improving quality of life. Hand surgery appealed to me because there is a lot of variety and intricacy. Because having a hand ailment can affect people's livelihood, hobbies and activities of daily living, I feel like I can make a difference.

Personal interests

My family and I moved back to northeast Pennsylvania to be closer to extended family. I enjoy time with my young family and outdoor summertime activities. I love to read, especially crime novels, in my spare time.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Lehigh Valley Hospital 25th in the country for orthopedic care
Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology.
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Education

Undergraduate
 East Stroudsburg University, Bachelor of Science (BS), 2011

Medical School
 Geisinger Commonwealth School Of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2015

Training

Residency 2020
 Akron General Medical Center GME, Akron, OH

Fellowship 2021
 Allegheny Health Network Medical Education, Erie, PA

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery

Publications & Clinical Trials

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