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  • 35 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've had mallet finger for the past 11 years and I'm finally considering surgery to fix it. Can you recommend a good hospital or specialist for this procedure? I'm not sure where to start looking for the right doctor to consult about this long-term issue. What should I expect from the surgical process after having the condition for so many years?

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