

Jon D. Hernandez, MD, PhD
Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Hand Surgery
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Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Lehigh Valley Physician Group
- Specialties
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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Hand Surgery
- Conditions treated
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- Services offered
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- Area of focus ?
- Elbow, Hand, Wrist
- LVHN Affiliates
- Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute
- Languages spoken
- English
Dr. Hernandez's Locations

2226 Blakeslee Blvd. Drive E.
Suite 200
Lehighton, PA 18235-1514
United States

26 Station Circle
Hazleton, PA 18202-9726
United States
About Dr. Hernandez
Philosophy of care
Injuries to the upper extremity (hand, wrist and elbow) are of societal concern because they affect individuals’ ability to function at work or play. Restoration of function is my primary goal, and I make sure to tailor the treatment to your individual needs. My training has provided me great perspective on the various treatment options and when to apply them. For 18 years I have had the honor of providing patients orthopedic care of the upper extremity, including trauma, reconstruction and microvascular repair.
Why I entered medicine
I entered medicine because of sports. Spending time in the training rooms as a teenager and young adult recuperating from sports injuries introduced me to musculoskeletal anatomy, which I found fascinating. I deepen my understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy, injuries and treatments through my professional practice experience as well as organizations such as the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Patient education is central to an optimal outcome, whether the issue is carpal tunnel surgery or more complex reconstructive procedures.
Personal interests
Family and community are of great importance to me. In addition to my work, friends and family, I enjoy all the outdoor activities the Lehigh Valley has to offer, including golf and snowboarding. I have a passion for woodworking, especially using locally reclaimed materials to build furniture, doors, stairs etc.
Education
UCLA, BS - Kinesiology, 1991
Medical Training
University of California, Los Angeles, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1998
Post Graduate
University of California, Los Angeles, PhD, 1998
Training
Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
Residency 2000
Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
Residency 2001
Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
Residency 2002
Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
Residency 2003
Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
Fellowship 2004
University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnato, OH
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Surgery of the Hand
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