Hand Surgeon in Naples, Florida – Expert Care for Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity Conditions

Your hands are essential to everything you do — from work and sports to daily tasks and the activities you love. When pain, stiffness, numbness, or injury affects your hand or wrist, you need a specialist who understands the complexity of the upper extremity and can restore comfort, strength, and function. Dr. Carmella Fernandez is a fellowship‑trained hand and upper extremity surgeon in Naples, Florida, providing advanced, compassionate care for patients of all ages.

Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, a traumatic injury, or a condition that has slowly worsened over time, Dr. Fernandez offers personalized treatment plans designed to help you heal quickly and return to your normal lifestyle.

Comprehensive Hand & Wrist Care

As a leading hand surgeon in Southwest Florida, Dr. Fernandez diagnoses and treats a full range of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and forearm, including:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Trigger finger
  • Arthritis of the hand and wrist
  • Tendon injuries
  • Nerve compression disorders
  • Ganglion cysts
  • Fractures and dislocations
  • Sports injuries
  • Dupuytren’s contracture
  • Work‑related injuries
  • Pediatric hand conditions

Her approach combines state‑of‑the‑art surgical techniques, minimally invasive procedures, and evidence‑based nonsurgical treatments to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Nonsurgical Treatments

Every patient is unique, and so is every treatment plan. Dr. Fernandez offers a full spectrum of options, beginning with the least invasive methods whenever possible. Many hand and wrist conditions can be successfully managed without surgery. Options may include:

  • Splinting or bracing
  • Corticosteroid injections
  • Platelet‑rich plasma (PRP) therapy
  • Anti‑inflammatory medications
  • Activity modification
  • Hand therapy and rehabilitation

These conservative treatments often provide significant relief and may prevent the need for surgery altogether.

Minimally Invasive & Surgical Procedures

When surgery is the best option, Dr. Fernandez specializes in techniques that reduce downtime and improve recovery, such as:

  • Endoscopic carpal tunnel release
  • Trigger finger release
  • Arthroscopic wrist surgery
  • Tendon and nerve repair
  • Fracture fixation
  • Joint reconstruction
  • Dupuytren’s contracture treatment
  • Trauma and complex injury repair

Her surgical expertise ensures precision, safety, and long‑lasting results.

When to See a Hand Specialist

Many patients wait too long to seek help, hoping symptoms will resolve on their own. Early evaluation can prevent long‑term damage and make treatment more effective.

You should schedule an appointment if you experience:

  • Persistent hand or wrist pain
  • Numbness, tingling, or burning sensations
  • Difficulty gripping or holding objects
  • Swelling that doesn’t improve
  • Clicking, locking, or stiffness in the fingers
  • A visible deformity or lump
  • Pain after a fall, accident, or sports injury

If your symptoms interfere with your daily activities — even slightly — a specialist evaluation is recommended.

Why Choose Dr. Carmella Fernandez

Patients throughout Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Marco Island trust Dr. Fernandez for her:

  • Fellowship‑trained expertise in hand and upper extremity surgery
  • Patient‑centered approach and clear communication
  • Commitment to minimally invasive solutions
  • Advanced diagnostic and treatment technology
  • Personalized rehabilitation plans
  • Compassionate care for adults, seniors, and children

Her goal is simple: restore your hand function so you can get back to living fully and comfortably.

Carpal Tunnel

Carpal Tunnel syndrome is essentially a pinched nerve in the wrist producing numbness and tingling in the hand as well as weakness.

Compression of any nerve can potentially lead to permanent nerve injury if it is not treated.

If you believe you have this condition please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic office in Naples.

Trigger Finger

Trigger finger, also known as flexor tenosynovitis, is due to a mismatch which develops between the tendons that help flex or bend our fingers and the tunnel in which the tendon glides.

Initial management typically consists of a corticosteroid injection followed by early mobilization to prevent stiffness.

If you believe you have this condition please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic office in Naples.

Wrist Fractures

A wrist fracture, or broken wrist is a break or crack in one or more of the bones of your wrist or hand. Most commonly caused by attempting to prevent a fall.

If you believe you have this condition please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic office in Naples.

Elbow Fractures

Pain, swelling, bruising and stiffness in and around the elbow may be signs of a possible fracture. There may even be numbness or weakness in the arm, wrist or hand.

If you believe you have this condition please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic office in Naples.

Hand Arthritis

Another name for this type of arthritis is “wear and tear” arthritis. The most common causes of osteoarthritis include age, repetitive joint movement or trauma.

If you believe you have this condition please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic office in Naples.

Wrist Arthritis

Pain and stiffness are common symptoms of arthritis. Your wrist is made up of many small joints, and inflammation in these areas can be a sign of arthritis.

If you believe you have this condition please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic office in Naples.

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Discover PRP Therapy with Dr. Carmella Fernandez your board certified orthopedic expert in Naples, Florida.

Struggling with joint pain, tendon injuries, or arthritis? Avoid surgery and experience the power of your body’s natural healing with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections.

Offered by board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Carmella Fernandez, PRP therapy is a cutting-edge, non-surgical treatment that uses your own blood platelets to accelerate recovery and reduce pain – especially for conditions like lateral and medial elbow epicondylitis (tennis and golfer’s elbow), thumb and hand arthritis, wrist arthritis, tendonitis around the wrist and elbow, and more.

Whether you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or looking for alternatives to cortisone or surgery, PRP may be the answer.

  • Minimally invasive
  • Little to no downtime
  • Backed by clinical research
  • Performed by a trusted orthopedic expert

Schedule a consultation today to see if PRP is right for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What orthopedic conditions does Dr. Carmella Fernandez treat?

Dr. Fernandez specializes in hand, wrist, and elbow conditions, including fractures, arthritis, nerve compression, tendon injuries, and sports‑related trauma. She provides both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs.

2. When should I see an orthopedic specialist for hand or wrist pain?

You should schedule an evaluation if you experience persistent pain, swelling, numbness, weakness, or difficulty performing daily activities. Early diagnosis helps prevent long‑term damage and improves treatment outcomes.

3. Does Dr. Fernandez offer minimally invasive orthopedic procedures?

Yes. Dr. Fernandez performs advanced minimally invasive procedures, including endoscopic carpal tunnel release, arthroscopic wrist surgery, and small‑incision fracture repair to reduce downtime and speed recovery.

4. Do you accept insurance for orthopedic services?

Yes. The clinic accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, First Health, Humana, and Medicare. Patients in Naples, Florida can call the office to confirm coverage for their specific plan.

Need More Information?

If you’re in Naples, Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Estero or Ft. Myers and believe you have any one of the conditions listed on this page, contact Dr. Fernandez’s office at (239) 777-9321 to schedule a consultation.