Specialty: Orthopaedics – Hand Surgery

Education

• University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Pittsburgh, PA – Hand Surgery Fellowship
• Einstein Medical Center – Philadelphia, PA – Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
• Abington Memorial Hospital – Abington, PA – General Surgery Internship
• Jefferson Medical College – Philadelphia, Pa. – Doctor of Medicine
• Villanova University – Villanova, PA – Bachelor of Science

Professional Organizations

• American Society for Surgery of the Hand
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society
• Pennsylvania Medical Society
• Lehigh County Medical Society

Professional Experience

• Currently serves as the President of OAA Orthopaedic Specialists.
• Dr. Battista’s experience in caring for members of the Congress/Senate and military leadership, as well as combat casualties during Operation Iraqi Freedom, augmented his sincere appreciation for how precious and vital our arms and hands are in everyday life.
• Dr. Battista previously served with distinction achieved by the rank of Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy. His career was marked by numerous personal, as well as unit awards and medals for meritorious service.
• Served as Assistant Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. – The President’s Hospital.

Licenses

• Pennsylvania State Medical License
• Certificate of Added Qualifications – Hand Surgery
• Board Certified – American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
• Board Certified – National Board of Medical Examiners

Practice Information

• OAA Orthopaedic Specialists
• Phone: 610.973.6200
• Website: www.oaaortho.com/md/richard-battista-md

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