State College, PA November 7, 2016 – University Orthopedics Center’s (UOC) Christopher Lincoski, MD was invited faculty to Saint Francis University (SFU) for a introductory lecture on hand surgery. Students in the SFU programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant attended the lecture on October 24, 2016. Dr. Lincoski is a board certified and fellowship trained hand surgeon. His training and experience include unique competencies in the areas of hand and upper extremity surgery including nerve repair, wrist arthroscopy, wrist fractures, minimally invasive surgery of the hand, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendon injuries, and Dupuytren’s contracture. Most problems can be effectively treated nonsurgically with splints, casts, cortisone injections, or physical therapy. With more severe injuries and disorders, a minimally invasive surgery may be the best option to help relieve your pain. Dr. Lincoski is accepting new patients at our State College and Altoona locations. To schedule an appointment, please call 814-231-2101 or log onto www.uoc.com to schedule an appointment online. University Orthopedics Center and affiliated companies provide diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation services for patients with musculo-skeletal injuries or chronic/degenerative orthopedic disorders. UOC, established in 1991, is headquartered in State College with offices in Altoona, Tyrone, DuBois, Huntingdon, Roaring Spring, Bedford, and Lewistown, and employs approximately 270 people. University Orthopedics Center is not affiliated with Penn State University.