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Meet Dr. Kraig Graham, MD, FAAOS

Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon & Upper Extremity Specialist

Hello, and welcome! I am Dr. Kraig Graham, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in injuries and conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. With over a decade of clinical expertise, my goal is to help you reduce pain, restore your mobility, and get you safely back to doing what you love.

I see patients locally at Armstrong Orthopaedic Associates (ACMH) in Kittanning, and I also proudly serve our veterans at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.

A Unique Engineering Mindset for Better Surgical Outcomes

Before I became a surgeon, I earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. This unique background gives me a distinct perspective on human anatomy. I view joints and limbs as intricate, dynamic systems. By combining engineering principles with cutting-edge medical advancements, I use specialized 3D computer modeling to plan precise, custom shoulder and elbow reconstructions tailored perfectly to your unique body.

My Care Philosophy

I believe that successful treatment begins with a strong partnership. Every patient has different life demands, hobbies, and goals. Whether you are dealing with a sudden injury, chronic arthritis, or a nerve issue, we will work together to create a personalized recovery plan. Whenever possible, I emphasize minimally invasive techniques—such as advanced arthroscopy and modern nerve procedures—to help minimize your discomfort and speed up your recovery time.

Areas of Expertise

• Shoulder: 3D-planned joint replacements including anatomic and reverse shoulder replacements, rotator cuff and labral repairs, instability procedures
• Elbow: Tendon repairs, complex ligament reconstructions
• Hand & Wrist: Complex ligament repairs and reconstructions, wrist reconstruction and salvage
• Hand: Joint replacements, tendon and ligament repairs, functional tendon transfers, contracture releases
• Nerve Conditions: Minimally invasive carpal tunnel release and advanced microsurgical nerve repairs and decompressions
• Trauma: Complex fractures of the upper extremity, general orthopaedic trauma including lower extremity fractures around the hip, knee, and ankle

Education and Credentials

• Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
• Professional Honors: Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS)
• Fellowship Training: Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, University of Pittsburgh
• Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh
• Medical School: Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Beyond my clinical work, I am deeply committed to advancing the field of orthopaedics. I have spent years conducting research into joint mechanics to improve surgical accuracy, and have served as a clinical instructor at the University of Pittsburgh training the next generation of surgeons.