Scott A Riley MD

Scott A. Riley, MD, is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery, with particular expertise in pediatric hand and upper extremity disorders. He practices with UK HealthCare and provides care at Shriners Children’s Lexington, where he serves as director of the hand and upper extremity service. Dr. Riley is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and is recognized for his commitment to teaching, including receipt of the University of Kentucky’s Thomas Brower, M.D., Orthopaedic Excellence in Teaching Award. Dr. Riley completed his undergraduate education at Case Western Reserve University, graduating magna cum laude, and earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He then completed an orthopaedic surgery residency at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cleveland, followed by fellowship training in hand surgery at MetroHealth Medical Center and Case Western Reserve–affiliated hospitals. Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Riley also holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. His research interests include upper-extremity cerebral palsy and brachial plexus birth palsy. He is active in professional societies including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.