About North Texas Hand Center
At North Texas Hand Center, our mission is to provide specialized, compassionate care for all conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and upper extremity. We recognize the crucial role your hands play in every facet of life, and our dedicated team is committed to delivering patient-centered treatments designed for optimal healing and recovery.
Combining advanced surgical expertise with a peaceful, reassuring environment, we focus on every detail of your functional restoration. Whether you require meticulous microsurgery or specialized therapy, our clinic in Denton is here to provide a clear path toward health and vitality.
Dr. Stuart M. Hilliard
Dr. Stuart M. Hilliard is a North Texas native. Having grown up in the Dallas area and graduating from Lake Highlands High School in 1992 . He attended Baylor University in Waco, Texas, earning a degree in Biology before attending medical school in Lubbock, Texas at Texas Tech School of Medicine. After graduating with honors in 2001, he began his general surgery internship and residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. In 2006, Dr. Hilliard traveled to Portland, Oregon for his fellowship in hand surgery at Oregon Health and Science University. Following his fellowship, he returned to north Texas and began his practice in the Denton area.
Dr. Hilliard holds the firm belief that each and every patient should be treated as if they were a member of his own family and he will make no exceptions when it comes to the quality of their care. He believes all of his patients deserve to be adequately educated about their condition as well as completely informed of all the surgical and nonsurgical options to better involve them in their own care. If surgery is found to be necessary, he utilizes the most up to date and minimally invasive treatments possible to treat his patients.
Dr. Hilliard and his lovely wife, Amy, live in Carrollton with their 3 children, Collin, Payton and Harrison. They enjoy spending time as a family and being involved in their community.
Honors and Memberships:
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Alpha Omega Alpha, honor medical society
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American Society of Surgery of the Hand
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American College of Surgeons
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American Medical Association
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Texas Medical Association
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Baylor Society of Surgeons
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Denton County Medical Society
Board Certifications:
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American Board of Surgery
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Board Certified in Hand Surgery
Dr. Stuart Hilliard, MD
Board Certified Hand Surgeon
Specializing in microsurgery and complex reconstructive procedures with a passion for patient recovery.
Our Team of Specialists
Restoring function and comfort through expert hand and upper extremity care. Our dedicated providers combine surgical precision with compassionate outpatient support.
Eilish Pruitt, OTR, CHT
Certified Hand Therapist
Expert in custom splinting and post-operative rehabilitation to help patients reclaim full mobility.
Amy Hilliard, BSN, RN, CNORe
Certified O.R. Nurse
O.R. nurse specializing in perioperative care and coordination of Dr. Hilliard’s surgical schedule.
Cindy Montiel, CMA, NCT
Certified Medical Assistant & x-ray tech
Committed to patient-centered education and seamless coordination of specialized hand care plans.
Our Expertise
At North Texas Hand Center, our specialized medical knowledge is dedicated to the intricate structures of the hand, wrist, and elbow. We utilize the most advanced techniques to provide comprehensive care for a wide range of upper extremity conditions, ensuring each patient receives a path to recovery tailored to their unique needs.
Carpal Tunnel Relief
Hand & Wrist Fractures
Nerve Injury Repair
Trigger Finger Solutions
Arthritis Management
Custom Splinting
Why Choose Us
Specialized care
Dedicated exclusively to upper extremity conditions for expert precision.
Surgical & Therapy Options
Advanced surgical techniques integrated with specialized rehabilitation plans.
Coordinated Team Approach
Surgeons and therapists working together to ensure a seamless recovery process.
Convenient Denton Location
Accessible high-quality care in a professional and reassuring clinical environment.
Patient Success Stories
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"This is the first time that I have ever had to deal with hand surgery, but the bar is set extremely high. I had 2 procedures with Dr Hillard- one out patient and another in the office. The second time, I got to meet the therapist in the office... [She] is more than fantastic. The amount of care, compassion, creativity and excitement that she puts into each patient is more than you could ever ask for. [The therapist] makes the entire process tolerable, and actually enjoyable! Appointments are always quick and on time."
"I am very pleased with the results of my procedure by Dr Hilliard and his staff. After the surgery I was very concerned about my mobility issues with my [wrist]. Dr Hilliard recommended that I see his therapist. I was amazed on the outcome and how I can use my [wrist] without any pain."
"I had an outstanding experience with Dr. Hilliard and his entire team. From the very first visit, they were professional, knowledgeable, and truly cared about my needs. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel confident about my visit and the outcome of the visit."
Google Review April. 2026
Patient F.H. - Pain-Free Function
Google Review Oct. 2025
Patient S.T. - Surgery and Therapy
Google Review May 2026
Patient T.D. - Outstanding Patient Care