Dr. Kayvon Izadi
​​I have designed this website for my patients and for those interested in exploring common hand and upper extremity injuries, conditions, and treatments.

The human hand is a very anatomically and functionally complex structure that enables us to interact with the environment. The wrist, elbow, and shoulder position and stabilize the hand for its precise function.  All daily activities that we are able to perform with our hands are not truly appreciated until pain or injury limit our ability to engage the world around us.

As a fellowship trained and board certified orthopedic surgeon, specializing in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery, I have the expertise to treat traumatic, acute, and chronic orthopedic conditions of the upper extremity. I am deeply committed to providing the highest quality of personalized care to my patients through up-to-date surgical techniques. In my practice, patient care and satisfaction are of utmost importance. I pride myself with an unparalleled attentiveness to my patients and to the art of orthopedic surgery.

For detailed information on carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, please visit Omaha Carpal Tunnel. Thank you for visiting my website. I look forward to meeting you.   

Kayvon D. Izadi MD
Orthopedic Hand, Wrist & Elbow Specialist

Wide Awake Hand & Wrist Surgery

Wide awake hand surgery is surgery of the hand and wrist that is done without sedation, without a tourniquet, and without general anesthesia. 

This new surgical approach involves injecting local anesthetic around specific nerves in the hand and wrist. There is no need for general anesthesia, hospitalization, and the associated risks, expenses, and inconveniences. Immediately after wide awake hand surgery, you can simply walk out of the operating room, go home or back to work - just like you would after a dental procedure. 
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As patients seek to minimize their medical costs and time away from work, wide awake hand surgery is in higher demand. The technique is safe, effective, efficient, and cost-effective, and results in high patient and surgeon satisfaction. 

Surgical Innovations: Carpal Tunnel Release

Carpal Tunnel Omaha
Imagine having surgery over your lunch hour and being able to return to work - immediately.

Patients of Kayvon Izadi, M.D., orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon at Methodist Physicians Clinic Orthopedics, have done just that after undergoing carpal tunnel release.

After administering a local anesthetic, making a 1-to-2 centimeter incision, then cutting the transverse carpal ligament – Dr. Izadi has his patients on their way and no longer suffering from carpal tunnel symptoms. The entire visit takes about one hour. 

Dr. Izadi’s patients enjoy the ease of the experience and the ability to return to work the same day. "All carpal tunnel operations involve cutting the transverse carpal tunnel ligament to relieve pressure on the median nerve, " Dr. Izadi said. The incision size and use of local anesthetic are what's different. This procedure is minimally invasive and patients like the convenience of a local anesthetic. For cosmetic purposes, many of them prefer the small incision." 

Worker's Compensation

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Workers compensation is a state-mandated form of insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees who sustain an injury as a result of an accident at work or who suffer work-related injury and illness. It is designed to protect employees against the economic hardship that may arise as a result of on-the-job injury. At the same time, it serves to protect the employer by immunity from employee lawsuits. 

Workers compensation system is a “no-fault” system where employees do not have to prove employer negligence in order to receive workers compensation benefits. Damages for pain and suffering are not available in workers compensation plans. 

When a job related injury occurs, the injured worker is asked to find a specialist to evaluate and treat their condition for workers compensation. Patients receiving workers compensation benefits may undergo evaluation by the employer's doctor, or by one of the local Omaha physicians. According to Nebraska law, injured workers have the right to choose their evaluating physician. It is important to choose an orthopedic specialist that has not only the experience but also the integrity when providing workers compensation evaluation and treatment. 

Joint Pain: Is it Arthritis?

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The upper extremity joints include all joints of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. These joints are formed by the ends of two bones, which are covered by the articular cartilage. The function of the articular cartilage is to allow joints to easily glide during movements. This smooth surface is lubricated by a fluid, which is produced by the joint lining called synovium.

When joints are affected by arthritis, the cartilage and the synovium are slowly destroyed, making even the simplest movements difficult. Arthritis can affect only one joint (Thumb Arthritis), several joints (Knuckle Arthritis), or the entire hand (Hand Arthritis), wrist (Wrist Arthritis), elbow (Elbow Arthritis), and shoulder (Shoulder Arthritis). If not treated, involved joints eventually lose their normal alignment and range of motion. Even when treated in a timely manner, a healed joint is likely to become arthritic over time. 

There are more than one hundred different types of arthritis, which are all caused by joint inflammation. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid, and post-traumatic arthritis. Osteoarthritis is also known as "wear and tear" arthritis and generally affects older people. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease which causes synovium swelling, resulting in pain and stiffness of the joint. Post-traumatic arthritis arises as a result of the joint fracture.

You should make an appointment with your local orthopedic specialist who can help you diagnose, treat, and develop a long-term plan to minimize the effects of this painful and debilitating condition.

Which Orthopedic Surgeon is Right For Me?

Recently, I was visiting my parents in California when my mom got assaulted by the refrigerator door and suffered a broken finger. Needless to say, while we were waiting in the ER for a hand surgeon to evaluate her, the irony of the situation was hanging over us like a rainy cloud. 

When we inquired about the hand surgeon's name, we were given a name of a local plastic surgeon. This created some confusion since my mom was expecting to be seen by an orthopedic surgeon. As I started to explain that in addition to orthopedic surgeons, plastic and general surgeons can obtain a fellowship in hand and wrist surgery, I realized that this is something patients should know about but most likely don't. 

For this reason, I have created several articles that will help you understand differences in board certification and fellowship training among different orthopedic specialties, specifically, hand and wrist surgery, elbow surgery and shoulder surgery. In addition, these articles address the subtle differences in terminology that exist between the terms doctor, surgeon, and specialist. 

The most important thing to keep in mind is that you have to be 100% confident in your surgeon's ability to provide you with the highest level of care. If you have any hesitations, you should discuss them with your surgeon before proceeding with any surgical treatments. Read more about choosing the Best Hand Surgeon, Best Wrist Surgeon, Best Elbow Surgeon, or the Best Shoulder Surgeon for you.

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