Dr. Ajay Balaram

Dr. Ajay Balaram is an accomplished orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery. With a remarkable work history and extensive education, he has established himself as a trusted medical professional in the field. Dr. Balaram obtained his Medical Doctor degree from Creighton University School of Medicine in 2006. Following this, he completed an Orthopedic Residency at Loyola-Chicago University Medical Center in Chicago. Afterward, Dr. Balaram pursued a Hand and Uppe...r Extremity Fellowship at New York University Hospital For Joint Disease in New York. Continuing his pursuit of excellence, he completed a Shoulder and Elbow Traveling Fellowship at Melbourne Orthopaedic Group in Melbourne, Australia. Since 2013, Dr. Balaram has been an Orthopedic Hand, Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder Surgeon at Hand To Shoulder Associates in Arlington Heights, IL. He handles clinical and administrative tasks, including patient consultations, surgeries, and medico-legal reviews. Dr. Balaram's clinical volume is remarkable, with over 40 patients seen per day and up to 8 procedures performed on operative days. His areas of expertise encompass microsurgery, peripheral nerve repair, trauma, and shoulder arthroscopy. His contributions to the medical community extend beyond his clinical practice. Dr. Balaram has authored over 5 publications in peer-reviewed journals and presented his research at national and international conferences. Active involvement in professional organizations is another aspect of Dr. Balaram's career. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH).