Scott A. Mitchell

Scott A. Mitchell, M.D., serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, with clinical practice at Ben Taub Hospital (5th floor) and Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center (7200 Cambridge, Suite 10A). He concurrently holds the position of Faculty Senator at the institution.

Education:

• BA from Duke University (1998)
• MD from Washington University School of Medicine (2002)
• Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at UCLA (2008)
• Hand Surgery Fellowship at UCLA (2009)

Research Focus: Dr. Mitchell specializes in upper extremity disorders with emphasis on traumatic and degenerative conditions of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. His clinical expertise spans fracture management, peripheral nerve compression syndromes, arthritis interventions, and Dupuytren's contracture treatments. Board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery with Hand Surgery subspecialty certification, his work bridges surgical innovation and evidence-based practice in hand reconstruction.

Publication Trends: His research output (2005-2015) demonstrates consistent focus on hand surgery advancements, particularly comparative analyses of Dupuytren's contracture treatments and distal radius fracture fixation. Recent studies examine practice variations in pediatric orthopedics and complications in volar plating techniques, reflecting his commitment to optimizing surgical outcomes through biomechanical and clinical investigations.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Society for Surgery of the Hand
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons