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Priscilla Cavanaugh, M.D.Orthopedic Surgeon Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery

Priscilla Cavanaugh, M.D.

Biography

Dr. Cavanaugh is a board-certified fellowship trained Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon who specializes in the non-operative and operative treatment of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. She has an interest in endoscopic carpal tunnel releases which can allow for a quicker recovery and earlier return to function. She is active in orthopaedic research and has published several peer-reviewed articles on patient outcomes and surgical techniques.

During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons. She is fluent in Spanish. She also enjoys watching football and following Formula 1 racing

Areas Of Expertise

  • Upper Extremity
  • Orthopaedic Trauma
  • Nerve Injuries

Specialties

  • Hand Surgery
  • Wrist Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fracture Care

Medical Degree

Drexel University College of Medicine, Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

Residency

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Fellowship

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional Associations

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • lnova Fair Oaks Hospital
  • UVA Prince William Medical Center
  • UVA Haymarket Medical Center

Affiliated Surgery Centers

  • Northern Virginia Surgery Center
  • Prince William Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • Haymarket Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • StoneSprings Ambulatory Surgery Center
Hospital / Academic Affiliations
    • Novant Health Uva Health System
    • Inova health System
    • Fairfax Surgical Center
    • Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
    • Reston Hospital Center
    • Advanced Surgery Center of Bethesda LLC
    • Reston Surgery Center
    • Prince William Surgery Center
    • Surgical speciality center of MID-Atlantic