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Dr. Owen Ala, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
Dr. Owen Ala, MD
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Dr. Owen Ala, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK.
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Dr. Owen Ala, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
Anchorage, AK
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Dr. Owen Ala, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK.

About

Dr. Owen Ala, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK and has 16 years experience. They graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2008 and completed a residency at University of New Mexico.They currently practice at Orthopedic Physicians Alaska and are affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. Dr. Ala has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Wrist Sprain or Strain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ala received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Ala is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Wrist Replacement
Dupuytrens Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Myelopathy
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement Revision
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee Replacement
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Fusion
Synovial Biopsy
Tommy John Surgery
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Orthopedic Physicians Alaska
    3801 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 300, Anchorage, AK 99508
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ala
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Patient Reviews
Feb 14, 2024
I had a wrist injury that I needed a clear diagnosis for before I flew out to work in a remote lodge. Dr Ala understood my priorities and gave clear and well considered advice. I was provided with an excellent practical solution and a clear injury management plan. Many thanks.
— Feb 14, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of New Mexico
    2013
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Pennsylvania
    2014
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Owen Ala, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ala's profile.

Dr. Ala frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Wrist Sprain or Strain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Owen Ala, MD is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Owen Ala, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Alaska Regional Hospital

    2801 Debarr Rd, Anchorage, AK