Baldwin Bone & Joint proudly announces the latest addition to its clinical team of Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon, Dr. Allison Hunter, with the arrival of Austin Chastang, PA-C, according to a news release.

Chastang expressed enthusiasm about joining the specialized hand care team at Baldwin Bone & Joint, highlighting the importance of tailored care for the intricate hand and upper extremity.

“With Baldwin Bone & Joint’s hand specialist team, patients are truly getting the specific care they need for that very complex and dynamic part of the body,” Chastang said in the release. “I am really excited to get started with Dr. Allison Hunter’s team, both in the operating room and the clinic, treating patients from injury to full recovery to get them back in the game as soon as possible.

A Bay Minette native, Chastang brings a wealth of academic achievement to his role, having earned a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Mississippi College with Magna Cum Laude honors, followed by a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Faulkner University.

Hunter welcomed Chastang to the team, emphasizing his patient-centered approach.

“It's a pleasure to welcome Austin Chastang to our team,” Hunter said. “Austin has a wonderful way of connecting with patients, which is essential in our work. I am confident that his addition to our team will enhance our ability to provide exceptional care and support to our patients. We are excited about the future and the positive impact Austin will undoubtedly have in our community.”

Baldwin Bone & Joint’s specialized hand, elbow, and upper extremity care services are dedicated to treating injuries and conditions spanning from shoulders to fingertips. The clinic also offers the convenience of in-office, outpatient surgical procedures, including trigger finger, carpal tunnel and finger mass excision.

For further details or to schedule an appointment, individuals can contact Baldwin Bone & Joint at (251) 625-2663 or visit baldwinboneandjoint.com.