Dr. Raul Cortes, MD, FACS, is an exceptional physician and highly skilled surgeon specializing in General, Plastic, and Hand Surgery. With triple board certification and training at renowned institutions including Harvard, UCLA, and the University of Michigan, Dr. Cortes brings a wealth of expertise to his practice. Prior to joining us, he served on the faculty of Mt. Sinai and Cornell Universities, training hand surgeons in New York City.
With multiple awards and accolades, Dr. Cortes exemplifies excellence in his field. His commitment to providing superior patient care aligns perfectly with our tradition of excellence at the Miami Hand Center. Our team, consisting of highly trained professionals, all received training at prestigious Harvard/Hopkins Hospitals and possesses the highest credentials and expertise.
As the most established and experienced group of hand surgeons in South Florida, the Miami Hand Center has proudly served our community for over two decades. Our commitment to exceptional care led us to expand our facilities into a state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our existing offices. We are dedicated to providing cutting-edge treatments and compassionate service to our patients, ensuring they receive the highest level of care for their hand health needs.
Dr. Raul Cortes is leading a clinical registry at the Miami Hand Center to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of carpal tunnel release with real-time ultrasound guidance (CTR-US) using the FDA-cleared UltraGuideCTR™ device. This study is designed for patients 18 and older who have persistent carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms despite other treatments. Participants will receive a formal diagnosis, undergo the procedure, and complete follow-up assessments—all while contributing to valuable research in improving treatment outcomes.
Dr. Cortes is also hosting free education and screening events on Tuesday, March 25th, and Wednesday, March 26th, starting at 6 PM. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome and is interested in the clinical registry or learning more, please call 1-888-285-0404 or visit ctrstudy.com/miami. Participation is voluntary and will not affect the medical care you receive.

Hand Procedures
- Arthroscopic Surgery
- Burns
- Carpal Tunnel
- Distal Radial Fracture
- Dupuytren Contracture
- Fingertip Injury
- Microvascular Surgery
- Osteoarthritis
- Trigger Finger
Miami Hand Center
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