Meet The Physicians

Before you come to the Michigan Hand Center, feel free to learn more about each of our physicians here. Many of our physicians dedicate a portion of their time to instructing post-graduate fellows, orthopaedic surgery residents, and medical students in the intricacies of hand and upper extremity care, allowing our doctors to stay fresh in the practice and be challenged in their techniques. You may be surprised to learn who is a Civil War buff, and who came to Michigan after studying in sunny Jamaica. We look forward to learning more about you, too!

Dr. Wong
Dr. Petersen
Dr. Toriello
Dr. DeHaan
Dr. Kuz
Dr. Naum
Dr. Burgess
Dr. Maupin

	Leslie B. Wong, MD Originally from Montego Bay, Jamaica, Dr. Wong completed a Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery in Detroit, and currently volunteers his surgical skills for Healing the Children. When he's not working, Dr.Wong enjoys spear fishing, diving, traveling, dancing in both Caribbean and Latin styles, and spending time with his family. He is a golf enthusiast, and lists 2 hole in ones among his bragging rights. Education Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery: Harper Grace Hospital, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI Medical degree: University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica Undergraduate degree: University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica Achievements and Honors Fellow of the American College of Surgeons Associate Fellow Eastern Pacific Orthopedic Association Associate Clinical Professor, Surgery Department, College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI Active Member American Society for Surgery of the Hand Author of several published scientific papers
	David P. Petersen, MD Dr. Petersen's professional interests includes arthritis of the hand and wrist, and he particularly enjoys treating geriatric patients. Dr. Petersen is the author of several articles on upper extremity problems, and is active in resident and medical student training. When he's not working, Dr. Petersen enjoys various sports such as racquetball, downhill skiing, and golfing. While he lists bow hunting and fishing as other hobbies, he admits that he doesn't catch much! As one might expect from a surgeon, Dr. Petersen enjoys fixing things, and loves to be a handyman around his house. Education Fellowship and specialty training in Hand Surgery & Microsurgery at Indiana Hand Center, Indianapolis, IN Medical degree: University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI Undergraduate degree: Hope College, Holland, MI Achievements and Honors Board Certified, American Board of Surgery, General Surgery Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand Fellow, American College of Surgeons Active in resident and medical student training Author of several published scientific papers on upper extremity problems
	Dean J. Toriello, MD Originally hailing from New Jersey, Dr. Toriello is especially interested in hand trauma. After receiving his medical degree from Michigan State University, he completed fellowship and specialty training in Hand Surgery & Microsurgery in Chicago. Dr. Toriello enjoys golf, Broadway musicals and the opera; it's fitting that his favorite opera is "Marriage of Figaro," as he is related to Mozart. Dr. Toriello is married to Helga Toriello, PhD, and has two daughters. Education Fellowship and specialty training in Hand Surgery & Microsurgery at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, IL Medical degree: Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI Master of the Arts in Human Development and Family Studies Undergraduate degree in Child Development & Neurobiology: Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Achievements and Honors Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Clinical Faculty Appointment as Instructor/Resident for Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
	Mark R. DeHaan, MD Dr. DeHaan attended medical school in his native Chicago, eventually completing a plastic surgery residency in Grand Rapids. He specializes in hand, upper extremity and microsurgery, and has lectured and written extensively on the subject of occupational injuries and the surgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome. He has special training and experience in endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery and post traumatic reconstructive hand surgery. Dr. DeHaan's father was a psychiatrist in the Chicago area; his grandfather, Martin R. DeHaan, was a family physician in Grand Rapids and made house calls by horse and buggy. Dr. DeHaan's interests include watersports, scuba diving, tennis and basketball. Education Fellowship and specialty training in Hand Surgery & Microsurgery: Good Samaritan Hospital, Phoenix, AZ Microsurgery Fellowship: Butterworth/Blodgett Hospitals, Grand Rapids, MI Medical degree: University of Health Services, Chicago Medical School, Chicago, IL Undergraduate degree: Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL Achievements and Honors Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Certificate, Additional Qualifications in Surgery of the Hand Fellow, American College of Surgeons Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand Member, American Society for Plastic Surgery Associate Clinical Professor, Surgery Department, College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI Author of several published scientific papers
	Julian E. Kuz, MD A Minnesota native, Dr. Kuz's professional interests include problems and surgery of the wrist, elbow and shoulder, joint replacement, and surgery of the hand including reconstruction after trauma or arthritis. Children's hand conditions and sports injuries are also areas of special attention for Dr. Kuz. He has authored a number scientific articles, a book chapter, and two books on Civil War medicine. Out of the office, you may find Dr. Kuz alpine and telemark skiing, kayaking, sailing or windsurfing. Education Specialty training in Hand Surgery and Microsurgery: University of Minnesota, MN Medical degree: University of Minnesota, MN Undergraduate degree: University of Minnesota, MN Achievements and Honors Board Certified, Orthopedic Surgery & Hand Surgery Associate Clinical Professor in Surgery at Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI Co-author of a chapter in the third edition of the Atlas of Amputations and Limb Deficiencies: Surgical, Prosthetic, and Rehabilitation Principles Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Reviews articles for scientific orthopaedic journal Author of several published scientific papers on upper extremity surgery topics Author of two books on Civil War Medicine
	Steve C. Naum, MD A native of West Michigan, Dr. Naum is interested in many facets of his profession, such as general hand surgery, wrist arthroscopy, reconstruction of complex wounds and traumatic injuries, and reconstructive microsurgery of the upper extremity, lower extremity, head and neck. He is also active in post-trauma plastic surgery. He spends his personal time with his family, downhill skiing in the snow and sailing in the sun. Education Specialty fellowship training in Hand and Microsurgery: Blodgett/Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI CAQH (Certificate in Additional Qualifications for Hand) in Hand Surgery Medical degree: Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH Undergraduate degree: Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI Achievements and Honors Board Certified, Plastic Surgery & Reconstructive Surgery Clinical Assistant Professor in Surgery at Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
	Scott D. Burgess, MD Returning to West Michigan after his Specialty Fellowship in Hand and Microsurgery at Mary S. Stern at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Dr. Burgess is the newest member of the Michigan Hand Center team. Prior to the Mary S. Stern fellowship, Dr. Burgess did his Orthopedic Surger Residency Training at the University of North Carolina and served as Education Commitee member at the UNC Department of Orthopedics. An avid water sports fan, Dr. Burgess participated in Men's Swimming at Hope College and was a water polo coach for Holland and Holland Christian High Schools. He also enjoys camping, biking, and reading. Education Specialty fellowship training in Hand and Microsurgery: Mary S. Stern/Tri-health and University of Cinncinati, OH Medical Degree: Wayne State University School of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Hope College, Holland MI Achievements and Honors Presented at Orthopedic Grand Rounds, the North Carolina Hand Society, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
	B. Kent Maupin, MD Originally from Illinois, Dr. Maupin has been a West Michigan resident since 1981. Dr. Maupin joins the Michigan Hand Center with extensive experience in Orthopaedic and Hand Surgery. Dr. Maupin’s professional interests include problems and treatment of the peripheral nerve, arthritis of hand and upper extremity, shoulder surgery and joint replacement. In addition, Dr. Maupin has over 25 years of experience in rheumatoid hand management. Dr. Maupin’s personal interests include bike riding, sailing, traveling out west, hiking and camping. Dr. Maupin, his wife, a teacher in Forest Hills Eastern and son live in the Grand Rapids area and has a daughter residing in Washington DC. Education Fellowship and specialty training in Hand and Reconstructive Surgery and Hand and Microvascular Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Training: Northwester University Medical School. CAQH (Certificate in Additional Qualifications for Hand) in Hand Surgery Medical degree: University of Illinois at the Medical Center Undergraduate degree: Northwestern University Achievements and Honors Fellow, American College of Surgeons Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Member, American Medical Association Member, Michigan State Medical Society Member, Michigan Orthopaedic Society Member, Kent County Medical Society Associate Clinical Professor as a faculty member in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Michigan State University Author of several published scientific papers

Meet The Physicians

Leslie B. Wong, MD

David P. Petersen, MD

Dean J. Toriello, MD

Mark R. DeHaan, MD

Julian E. Kuz, MD

Steve C. Naum, MD

Scott D. Burgess, MD

B. Kent Maupin, MD