Dr. Josh Bales, MD

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Get to know Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Dr. Josh Bales, who serves patients in Richland, Washington. 

Dr. Bales is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. As the Medical Director of Orthopaedics and Chief of Staff at Kadlec Clinic Northwest Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine – Fowler in Richland, Washington, he plays a pivotal role in advancing orthopedic care in the region.

His academic journey is marked by excellence, with Dr. Bales earning his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Cornell University in 2001 and his Medical Degree from the Tulane University School of Medicine in 2006. 

His commitment to specialization led him to complete a residency in orthopedic surgery at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center from 2006-2011. Following this, he honed his expertise through the Mary S. Stern Hand Surgery Fellowship at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Inc. from 2011-2012.

Board certified in orthopedic surgery and surgery of the hand, Dr. Bales is recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons, as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.

Actively engaged in professional organizations, Dr. Bales is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. 

Hand surgery deals with both surgical and non-surgical treatment of conditions and problems that may take place in the hand or upper extremity including injury and infection. Hand surgeons are general, plastic, or orthopedic surgeons who specialize in surgery of the hand.

Recognizing the importance of a collaborative approach, Dr. Bales attributes his success to the outstanding orthopedic team at Kadlec Clinic and the valuable experiences gained through his extensive training. 

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