Maria A. Munsch, MD

  • Orthopaedics
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Maria A. Munsch

Locations

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

New London Hospital

About me

Our hands help us work, create, and enjoy the activities that make life meaningful. I am fascinated by how the hand works, and I enjoy helping patients maintain or regain the strength, movement, and use of their hands. As a hand surgeon, my goal is to work with each patient to find the right treatment plan and help them get back to doing the things they love.

I enjoy solving problems and finding better ways to care for my patients. My colleagues and I work together through patient care, research, and teaching to improve the care we provide and help patients get the best possible results.

My patients are always my top priority. I treat every patient with the same care and respect I would give my own family. I take time to learn about each person's goals, interests, and daily activities so we can create a treatment plan that fits their needs and lifestyle. I also make sure patients understand their condition and treatment options, including nonsurgical treatments whenever possible. I want every patient to feel heard, comfortable, and confident in their care.

One of the most rewarding parts of my job is helping people find relief from pain and get back to the activities they enjoy.

Specialties

  • Orthopaedics
  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Areas of focus

  • Hand surgery
  • Hand and wrist arthritis
  • Hand and wrist fractures
  • Nerve and tendon traumatic injuries and repair
  • Hand and wrist sports injuries
  • Peripheral nerves and compressive neuropathies
  • Wrist arthroscopy
  • Ligamentous repair and reconstruction
  • Dupuytren's disease
  • Tendinopathies
  • Congenital and pediatric hand conditions

Year joined

  • 2026

Department websites

Education

Medical school

  • MD, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, 2019

Residency

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, 2024

Fellowship

  • Hand Surgery, Stanford University, Robert A. Chase Hand and Upper Limb Center, Palo Alto, CA, 2026

Board certification

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Research and publications