James R. Urbaniak: key obituary facts
Is James R. Urbaniak dead? Yes. James R. Urbaniak died on July 18, 2026, at age 90.
Cause of death: James R. Urbaniak's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was James R. Urbaniak known for?
He was an American orthopedic surgeon.
More about James R. Urbaniak
Born: 1 January 1936.
Gender: male.
James R.
Urbaniak, an American orthopedic surgeon who pioneered the practice of replanting amputated body parts, died on July 18, 2026, aged 90. Urbaniak was known in the field for his work on replantation, a surgery that helped restore circulation and function after severe limb and digit injuries.
He was also the author of several medical works, including Hand Surgery Worldwide, A History of the AOA, American Orthopaedic Association and Update on Osteonecrosis of the Hip.