Summary

Dr. Ronald Burgess is an orthopedic surgeon with nearly five decades of experience treating conditions affecting the hands and wrists. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Henry Ford Health System. With 48 years in practice, Dr. Burgess has developed extensive expertise in addressing complex hand and wrist problems. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Burgess maintains affiliations with several prominent hospitals in Lexington, including Saint Joseph Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, and University of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center. His clinical focus centers on treating carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger conditions, and various sources of hand pain. He performs specialized procedures including hand and wrist surgery, open carpal tunnel surgery, and trigger finger release operations. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Henry Ford Health System
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Ronald Charles Burgess has 4 locations

Commonwealth Orthopaedics Surgeons Psc

1780 Nicholasville Rd Ste 601Lexington, KY 40503
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lexington Surgery Center

2115 Harrodsburg Rd Ste 104Lexington, KY 40504
Mon6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Joseph Hospital

1 Saint Joseph DrLexington, KY 40504

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 Rose St Fl 2Lexington, KY 40536

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Dr. Ronald Charles Burgess, MDDr. Scott Andrew Riley, MDDr. Sameer Badarudeen, MDDr. Alan Stuart Oster, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryHand SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
3.8 
3.5 
48 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Thiruvananthapuram Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ronald Charles Burgess

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ronald Charles Burgess has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ronald Charles Burgess has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Congenital Hand Deformities
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteotomy
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Ronald Charles Burgess holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Henry Ford Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Burgess' NPI number is 1831156157.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ronald Burgess's office located?
Dr. Ronald Burgess's office is located at 1780 Nicholasville Rd Ste 601, Lexington, KY, 40503.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ronald Burgess affiliated with?
Dr. Ronald Burgess is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center, and Chi Saint Joseph East.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Burgess?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ronald Burgess here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Ronald Burgess accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ronald Burgess accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Ronald Burgess accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ronald Burgess has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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