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Dr. Randall W. Viola is a renowned orthopedic surgeon at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, specializing in the treatment of hand, wrist, elbow, and trauma-related conditions. Serving as the clinic’s longest-practicing physician since 1999, Dr. Viola is recognized globally for his expertise in treating a wide range of upper extremity conditions, including both degenerative and trauma-induced injuries. His practice focuses on the treatment of acute, chronic, and complex cases, making him a leading figure in orthopedic surgery. Whether you are a high-level athlete or an active individual, Dr. Viola’s primary goal is to keep you moving and pain-free.
Dr. Viola earned his undergraduate degree magna cum laude from Cornell University in 1988, where he excelled in both track and Division I alpine skiing. He completed his medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. While completing his residency at the University of Washington in Seattle, he honed his skills at the world-renowned Harborview Trauma Center. His training continued with two advanced fellowships: a sports medicine fellowship at The Steadman Clinic under Dr. J. Richard Steadman, and a hand and microvascular surgery fellowship at the Indiana Hand Center with Dr. James Strickland.
Dr. Viola has extensive experience treating patients from around the world who seek his expertise for complex elbow, wrist, and hand injuries. At The Steadman Clinic, he specializes in injuries involving tendons, nerves, bones, and joints, with a particular focus on complex cases requiring soft tissue and vascular repair, tendon transfers, and reconstructive surgery. Additionally, he is highly skilled in treating arthritis of the digits, hand, wrist, and elbow, offering advanced solutions to manage and alleviate pain.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Viola serves as a consultant for the U.S. Olympic teams, Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, Premier Lacrosse League, and the U.S. Ski and Snowboard teams. As the head team physician for the U.S. men’s alpine ski team, he has supported athletes at the Winter Olympic Games and Alpine World Championships for over 25 years. He also provides expert care to professional road and mountain cyclists, as well as top motocross and supercross riders.
With a deep commitment to orthopaedic research, Dr. Viola has led numerous studies focused on the upper extremity. His extensive research, combined with one of the largest medical databases in the world, allows him to apply a unique, evidence-based treatment approach to his patients. This medical philosophy is at the core of Dr. Viola’s practice, continuously improving and maximizing patient outcomes.
Dr. Viola offers an innovative, compassionate, and patient-centered approach, integrating trust, education, proven research, and decades of experience to provide the highest level of treatment. His primary focus is to treat each patient effectively and efficiently, enabling them to return to their active lives as quickly as possible. Whether dealing with a sports injury, arthritis, or a complex trauma, Dr. Viola and his dedicated team are here to help you lead an active and pain-free life.
For specialized care in hand, wrist, elbow, and orthopedic trauma, contact Dr. Randall W. Viola at The Steadman Clinic. With his advanced training in both sports medicine and microvascular hand surgery, Dr. Viola provides expert care for athletes and active individuals alike. Schedule your consultation today to start your journey toward recovery.
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The other night I reached to scratch the back of my head with my right arm, and it suddenly occurred to me, wow look what I can do! I wanted to write to you to let you know after seven months how well I am doing… You are such a wonderful surgeon and caring individual; I wanted you to know what a difference you have made in my life. I have great range of motion and getting better every day. I continue to discover that there are things that I can do now that I couldn’t do last week so thank you! Of course, I will see you again this fall to have you scope my left elbow, until then a most sincere thank you!
I have more grip strength than I’ve had since this all started. Today I wired a trailer harness that needed replacing. Having the ability to use some of my tools again is… To me; nothing shy of miraculous. One of my PT moves is bouncing a tennis ball off the floor and catching it. Silly though it may be, kinda amazing! 🥲🤩
Just wanted to tell you guys thanks!! it’s been a long, long haul and there’s bright light at the end of the tunnel!
This is my 3rd summer after wrist surgery and just want to thank you so so much. Because of your professionalism and skill of Dr. Viola I have my life back and am able to do all the things I love to do. Thank you!
Just wanted to tell you all that my carpal tunnel release surgery on 10/10 was an unqualified success, just like the one you performed in 2019, except easier. I wrote with a pen and used a keyboard the day after surgery as a test run for my return to work. The “block of wood” deadness I experienced in my hand when sleeping on my right side was gone immediately, and the tingling in the fingertips started subsiding shortly thereafter. I had my second visit to Carly at Howard Head today and am starting the PT exercises; the wound is completely healed. Thanks to you all for your skills and dedication.
Dr. Viola offers an innovative, compassionate, and caring medical approach that integrates trust, education and proven research.
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