San Leandro, CA

The First Minimally-Invasive Carpal Tunnel Expert in the East Bay

Dr. Orrin Franko

Interested in learning more about carpal tunnel release with ultrasound guidance? Request a Visit for your symptom assessment and ultrasound evaluation. Get connected with our office by calling (510) 297-0550.

Recovery in days, not weeks

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome sufferers deserve to know all their treatment options.

Carpal Tunnel Release with Ultrasound Guidance:
Rapid Relief and Recovery

Utilizing a device called UltraGuideCTR, this minimally invasive technique is performed through a small incision using only local anesthesia. 

30,000+

Procedures & counting...

Rapid Recovery

Most return to work and normal activity within 3-6 days3,5,6,8

Clinic

Performed in a procedure room or office setting8-10

No General Anesthesia

Uses only local anesthesia; you don't need to be asleep during the procedure3,6,8,9

Minimal Pain

1.6 average pain rating (out of 10)6-9

No Rx Needed

Most patients only require over-the-counter pain management5,6,9

About Dr. Orrin Franko

Dr. Orrin Franko, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a specialty in complex hand and upper extremity surgery. He treats all bone and joint conditions of the body, including arthritis, fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, sprains and strains. His specialty focus in upper extremity includes the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, arthritis of the thumb/hand/wrist, and accidents such as fractures, nerve, tendon, and nail injuries.

Dr. Franko was born in Southern California. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of California, San Diego, where he majored in animal physiology and neuroscience graduating summa cum laude at the top of his class. Dr. Franko then completed his medical training at Harvard Medical School, graduating cum laude with honors. After graduating he completed his residency training in San Diego in Orthopedic Surgery.  Following residency, Dr. Franko completed a hand and upper extremity fellowship with the esteemed Dr. Peter Stern in Cincinnati, OH.

Dr. Franko has published numerous articles in the field of hand surgery as well as the intersection of technology and medicine, and remains a leader in the field.

Education & Certifications

Undergraduate School
University of California, San Diego

Medical School
Harvard Medical School

Residency
UC San Diego – Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship
Mary S. Stern Hand Fellowship – Cincinnati, OH

Board Certifications / Memberships
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery

American Society for Surgery of the Hand

California Orthopedic Association

Find out if treatment is right for you.

“Don’t put it off anymore, this is the way to go”

Kelly received carpal tunnel release with ultrasound guidance

Every individual is unique, and experiences, risks, and outcomes may vary. This information is for general education purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or for individual evaluation by a trained and licensed health care provider.

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