Hi, I'm

Dr. Karlee Loftin

I am a double board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity conditions.

Get the care you need.

I'm a hand surgeon at the University of Alabama in Birmingham (UAB). I treat patients with hand and wrist conditions including


  • Nerve compression like carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome
  • Soft tissue masses and cysts
  • Tendon and ligament injuries
  • Fractures
  • Arthritis


The most rewarding part of being a hand surgeon is helping patients regain function of their hands so they can return to performing at their jobs, caring for their loved ones, and enjoying their sport and hobbies.

aBOUT Dr. Loftin

EDUCATION


Johns Hopkin University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Medical Degree

Oregon Health & Science University

Orthopedic Surgery residency

University of Alabama in Birmingham

Hand and Microsurgery fellowship


BOARD CERTIFICATION


American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopedic Surgery of the Hand



PRACTICE


After fellowship, Dr. Loftin joined as faculty in the Orthopedic Surgery Department, Hand and Microsurgery Division at UAB. She is involved in training the next generation of orthopedic surgeons by educating residents and fellows. She treats patients throughout Alabama and surrounding states.


WHY HAND SURGERY?


Hand anatomy is also intricate and restoring the balance of these structures is a real art. As a hand surgeon, I treat patients of all ages including children through the latter years of adulthood. I fix fractures, nerves, tendons, vessels, ligaments, replace and fuse joints, perform arthroscopy, and excise masses. Being a hand surgeon requires a broad skillset and is always exciting. Our hands are so important to our livelihood, how we express ourselves, help others, enjoy hobbies that an injury involving at least one of our hands can be devastating. I feel privileged to be able to help patients return to their lives.




Testimonials

what our patients are saying

Dr. Karlee Lau is an excellent surgeon. I had two hand surgeries done by her. Both surgeries went very well. My last surgery healing process was a miracle. Thank you Lord. I recommend Dr. Karlee Lau. She is very informative, caring and loving towards her patients. You will see that she loves her profession.

I thought there was nothing that could be done to fix my finger but the team at UAB performed a miracle I can use it now. They are caring considerate and want to help people. I’d definitely recommend anyone to go and use them.

Dr. Karlee Lau Loftin was amazing. She was very concerned and very knowledgeable. She took her time to answer any questions I might have had. I can’t say enough about this caring doctor.

Dr Lau and Emily the OT hand therapist were both outstanding! Dr. Lau provides extensive information about your orthopedic hand issue. Dr. Lau is extremely personable and caring! She reviews and answer all questions! She takes a sound approach in her care plan Emily the OT reviewed the progress I had made on my broken hand and identified a brace and exercises I could complete to help with the issue Gave me more exercises to assist with strengthening my hand.

Dr. Lau is an excellent surgeon. She did hand surgery on me twice. She is wonderful and I highly recommend her.

Dr. Karlee Lau Loftin is an excellent surgeon and the follow up care with UAB Hand Therapy was great.

I want to write to express my appreciation for the excellent care I received for my broken wrist. It is traumatizing to have an accident when away from home and unfamiliar with doctors and medical facilities. But everyone was so professional and caring that it helped me through the anxiety and stress of my injury and surgery. The PA was so great and she helped me streamline my surgery. The resident that aligned my wrist in the ER was very professional and caring. The pre-op nurse was exceptional. She was so personable and genuine. The pre-op arm block anesthesiologists were great at putting my anxieties to rest. The OR anesthesiologist was very assuring.


And thank you [Dr. Loftin] for your excellent care. Everyone told me you were one of the very best hand surgeons and that was very reassuring. I appreciate your care of me. I so appreciate all of you and the excellent care I received. A big thank you to all.

Contact Us

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Tel. 205-975-2663


Clinic Address

1201 11th Ave South

Birmingham, AL 35205

Highlands Hospital, 2nd floor

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Saturday and Sunday closed

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