is a board-certified hand and upper extremity surgeon specializing in conditions of the hand, wrist and elbow, as well as micro-vascular surgery and nerve repairs.
His undergraduate education took place at The Ohio State University majoring in biological sciences. He then returned to his native Puerto Rico to attend medical school.
Upon graduation, he obtained an NIH grant and spent two years at the Orthopedic Research Laboratory of Columbia University Department of Orthopedic Surgery.
He completed his formal training at the University of Miami with a hand and upper extremity surgery fellowship at Jackson Memorial Hospital - University of Miami Department of Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Balaguer is an avid athlete and has been a part of the medical team of different sports teams at the high school, college, and pro-level. He also remains very active in several sports.
Dr. Balaguer is a two-time cancer survivor and is passionate about his charity work with cancer patients. He is involved in many charities including the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
The hand is a sophisticated part of the body equipped with bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and arteries that allow for versatility of its functions.
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The wrist and hand form a continuum with the upper extremities and allow the body to reach out to perform a vast number of functions.
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The elbow is a complex joint formed by the upper arm (the humerus), the forearm (the radius and ulna) and an intricate system of ligaments and muscles, which connect the bones.
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The hand is one of the most flexible and useful parts of the body and is made up of many bones that form its supporting framework. This frame acts as a point of attachment for the muscles that make the wrist and fingers move. A fracture occurs when force is applied to a bone that is enough to break it.
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The wrist is made up of eight small bones and two forearm bones, the radius and ulna. The shape of the bones allows the wrist to bend and straighten, move side-to-side, and rotate. A fracture may occur in any of these bones when enough force is applied, such as when falling down onto an outstretched hand.
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Elbow fractures may result from falling onto an outstretched arm, a direct impact to the elbow, or a twisting injury. When patients suffer an injury to the elbow, getting the correct treatment right away is very important.
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition caused by the entrapment of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel resulting in numbness and significant pain in the hand, fingers and wrist.
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Arthritis is inflammation in and around the body’s joints, which can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling, as well as loss of movement. Arthritis limits everyday activities such as walking, dressing, and bathing. It is the most common cause of disability in the United States as it affects all races and ethnic groups.
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At Balaguer Orthopedic, we treat our patients with professional, cordial, caring and friendly care. We do our best to minimize wait time, send appointment reminders and provide our patients with education and rehabilitation to help prevent further injuries.
Whenever possible, Dr. Balaguer explores and recommends minimally invasive surgery including endoscopy and arthroscopy to help in short recovery times with a smaller degree of relapse.
At Balaguer Orthopedic, we perform most surgeries as outpatient procedures utilizing state-of-the-art facilities in Kendal, Doral, South Miami and Coral Gables, allowing our patients shorter recovery time and greater convenience.