Dr. Michael Lapner

What is your role at the GSSMC?

I am a hand and wrist surgeon in Edmonton. I see both acute and chronic hand and wrist injuries.


Do you hold any positions outside the clinic?

I am a faculty member in the Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery at the ß÷ßäÉçÇø.


What is your clinical specialty?

Hand and wrist surgery.


What did you study and where?

Hand and Upper Limb Fellowship; Western University, London, ON

Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship; University of British Columbia, BC

Microsurgery Diploma; University of Southern California, CA

Orthopaedic Residency Training Program (FRCSC); University of Ottawa, ON

Medical Doctor (MD); McMaster University, ON

Bachelor of Sciences (BSc); University of Ottawa


Do you have any specific research interests & publications?

My area of research interest includes clinical outcomes in hand and upper limb surgery (arthritis, trauma)

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Do you work specific days/hours?

Most days!


What is your favourite way to stay active?

Tennis, cycling, swimming, hockey, basketball.