Dr. Eric Walsh is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and has a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery. He specializes in traumatic injuries to the hand, wrist, and elbow as well as common tendon, nerve and joint problems. Dr. Walsh performs minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery to the wrist and elbow and microvascular surgery. In 2026, he was recognized as a Top Doctor in the hand surgery category by RI Monthly Magazine. This peer-nominated honor reflects Dr. Walsh’s continued commitment to restoring function and quality of life for his patients.
He is very focused on the most expeditious and safest relief of his patient’s pain and problem, often with non-surgical, but sometimes surgical care. He joined Ortho Rhode Island in 2007.
Prior to entering medical school, he served in the United States Marine Corps as a Naval Aviator. He is a commercial and multi-engine rated pilot and enjoys sailing, skiing, and fly fishing. He is an active member of the Brown University Doctoring Community Mentoring Program.
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