Dr. Derek Shawei Shia, MD

Dr. Derek Shia is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and has practiced for 23 years, developing expertise in helping patients with musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. Dr. Shia is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shia practices at Bridgeport Hospital Milford Main Campus and sees patients at multiple Connecticut Orthopaedics locations throughout Hamden, Branford, and Milford. He frequently treats patients experiencing joint pain and shoulder injuries, including rotator cuff tears. His procedural expertise includes performing joint injections to reduce inflammation and diagnostic imaging procedures to identify the source of patient discomfort. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.