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Kam Momi, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Coastal Spine, with offices in Mount Laurel, Sewell, Galloway, Wall Township, and Vineland New Jersey. His focus is exclusively on the neck and spine. 

After earning his bachelor’s at Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Momi completed his medical degree at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. His post-graduate internship brought him to Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, followed by a residency in orthopedics at New Jersey Medical School, now operated by Rutgers University. Finally, he completed a fellowship in spine surgery at the prestigious New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. 

Dr. Momi is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the North American Spine Society. He has lectured on spine and neck surgery at various international meetings, UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School (now Rutgers), the New Jersey State Orthopaedic Association’s Annual Meeting, and the New Jersey Orthopaedic Hospital.

Dr. Momi headed the spine section at Virtua Hospital, part of Virtua Health, from 2011 to 2016. He is currently the chief of the Section of Spine Surgery for Jefferson South Jersey Hospitals.

David Dickerson, MD, is a highly trained, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Performance Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Wall Township, Toms River, and Shrewsbury, New Jersey. He specializes in an integrative approach to treating and managing sports injuries and pediatric injuries, as well as joint reconstruction.

A native of Louisiana, Dr. Dickerson graduated summa cum laude from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette, with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine from Louisiana State University’s School of Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. After completing his internship in Greenville, South Carolina, Dr. Dickerson completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey. 

Dr. Dickerson’s training didn’t stop there. He continued honing his craft, narrowing in on sports medicine while studying at the Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles in Connecticut and New York. 

In his professional career as an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Dickerson mainly specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive procedures of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and hip. He also performs comprehensive total joint replacement and helps his adult and child patients manage traumatic bone and joint injuries. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Dickerson has developed many close personal relationships with patients who are eternally grateful for his compassion and personalized care. 

When he’s not in the office treating patients, Dr. Dickerson leads an active lifestyle, participating in car racing, running, and golf.

Known for his expertise in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Raymond Decker Jr., MD, FACS, FAAOS, ABIME, CIME, can help patients recover from the pain and restore their hand functions. Dr. Decker cares for patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey. 

After earning his Doctor of Medicine from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., Dr. Decker went through extensive patient care training. He completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey. Dr. Decker then finished a hand and microsurgery fellowship at Tampa General Hospital in Florida. 

Not only is Dr. Decker board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, but he also has advanced training and professional affiliations. Dr. Decker is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. 

He even maintains memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Medical Association, and the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, to name a few. As a specialized medical expert, Dr. Decker is a respected certified Independent Medical Examiner and is affiliated with the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners. 

Dr. Decker currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice. 

Dedicated to modern, innovative approaches to treating hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Teddy Atik, MD, FAAOS, provides integrative care at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Atik treats patients at the practice’s locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.

After earning his Doctor of Medicine from the prestigious New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in New York City, Dr. Atik went through extensive patient care training. He completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the NYU Medical Center and Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. 

Dr. Atik then finished a competitive fellowship program at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, where he gained extensive training in hand and microsurgery. He’s now board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. 

Additionally, Dr. Atik maintains professional memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Medical Association, the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, among others. 

Because of Dr. Atik’s dedication to research-driven treatments and continuing education, he earned multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly and the prestigious Castle Connolly “Top Doctors” award.

Dr. Atik is one of the pioneers of Xiaflex and Needle Aponeurotomy for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture in the U.S. since 2008 having traveled to France and learned the procedure first hand from the doctor that invented it. He is a co-designer of a safe and effective device for the treatment of Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel and Cubital Tunnel Release being used by hundreds of surgeons around the United States.

Dr. Atik currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice. 

As a renowned expert in complex hand and wrist conditions, board-certified orthopedist Gary Pess, MD, FACS, FAAOS, brings a wealth of knowledge to Central Jersey Hand Surgery. He cares for patients at the state-of-the-art practice locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey. 

Dr. Pess earned his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn. After graduating, Dr. Pess completed a comprehensive orthopedic surgery residency at the New York University Langone Health Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City. 

To further his expertise, Dr. Pess went through an in-depth fellowship in hand surgery, upper extremity surgery and microsurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Pess is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand. He was also trained in Needle Aponeurotomy in Paris, France.

Throughout his career, Dr. Pess has furthered his education and maintained professional affiliations to ensure he stays up to date with the latest advancements in medicine. He holds a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery, in addition to memberships with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Association for Hand Surgery and the American Medical Association, among others. He’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.  

He is the co-inventor of a knife used for minimally invasive trigger finger release and a world-wide expert in Needle Aponeurotomy and Xiaflex for Dupuytren’s contracture.

Because of Dr. Pess’ dedication to high-quality patient care and continuing education, he’s the recipient of numerous awards. Dr. Pess was listed as one of the prestigious Castle Connely “Top Doctors,” in addition to multiple recognitions as one of the “Top Doctors” in New Jersey Monthly. 

Dr. Pess currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice. 

With his dedication to advancements in non-operative alternative treatments and surgical procedures, Board-certified Hand Surgeon, Gregory G. Fedorcik, MD, FACS, is a trusted expert for patients suffering from hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow ailments. He treats patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery, with office locations in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.

Dr. Fedorcik earned his Bachelor of Science from Hamilton College, Medical Degree from SGUSOM, and then completed his five year Surgery Residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ in 2005.  

Following residency Dr. Fedorcik trained at Duke University Medical Center’s highly competitive Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Fellowship program in Durham, North Carolina.  During his fellowship he gained extensive experience learning and working with world leaders in hand and upper extremity surgery. 

Continuing his education and providing evidence based treatment is important to Dr. Fedorcik. He’s a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Founder’s Member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, a member of the American Association for Surgery of the Hand, the Duke Hand Society, the Piedmont Orthopedic Society, and the New York Society for Surgery of the Hand, among others.  

Dr. Fedorcik has particular interest and expertise in minimally invasive treatment of distal radius fractures, wrist arthroscopy for sports related ligament injuries, carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndromes, and remains current with the most advanced treatment options for hand and wrist arthritis, Dupuytren’s disease, and peripheral nerve repair and reconstruction.  

Dr. Fedorcik continues to be recognized annually as one of the prestigious Castle Connely “Top Doctors,” and is highlighted as a “Top Doctor” in Inside Jersey magazine.  

Dr. Fedorcik currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice. 

As a leader in integrative conservative care and complex minimally invasive hand and wrist surgery, board-certified orthopedist George Gabuzda, MD, FACS, FAAOS, is a trusted practitioner. He treats patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery, which has modern offices in Eatontown, and Toms River, New Jersey.

Dr. Gabuzda earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Philadelphia University Thomas Jefferson Medical School (now Sidney Kimmel Medical College). After graduating, Dr. Gabuzda completed an orthopedic surgery residency through the University of Connecticut in Hartford. To further his expertise, Dr. Gabuzda went through an in-depth hand surgery fellowship at the prestigious Tufts University in Boston. 

Staying updated with both nonsurgical and surgical hand and wrist treatments is important to Dr. Gabuzda. He’s board certified in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. 

Dr. Gabuzda is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. Additionally, Dr. Gabuzda maintains a professional membership with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Dr. Gabuzda currently accepts new patients and welcomes them to the practice.

As a native of Monmouth County, Jeremy Ruskin, MD, is excited to provide care of the hand, wrist, and elbow to his patients at Central Jersey Hand Surgery. Dr. Ruskin treats patients in the practice’s offices in Eatontown, Freehold, and Toms River.

Dr. Ruskin earned his bachelor’s degree with highest honors in Biochemistry from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. From there, he attended Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School and earned his Doctorate of Medicine. He remained at Rutgers-Newark where he completed his residency in orthopedic surgery. Finally, Dr. Ruskin completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery at Stony Brook University in Long Island.

As a part of his practice, Dr. Ruskin takes care of injuries from the elbow down to the fingers. He has a special interest traumatic injuries of the elbow including biceps and triceps tendon ruptures, fracture care, the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries, surgical and non-surgical treatment of arthritis, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, and sports injuries. His aim is to take care of all of your upper extremity needs, both surgically and non-surgically.

Dr. Ruskin is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and has obtained a separate subspecialty certification in Surgery of the Hand. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, 2 sons, and dog, cooking and eating, and working out.

Marc Menkowitz, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon who specializes in the operative and nonoperative treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders. He provides care to patients at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine in Shrewsbury, Toms River, and Edison, New Jersey.

Dr. Menkowitz started his education at The Hill School, a prestigious secondary boarding school in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He went on to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, also in Philadelphia. He completed his orthopaedic surgery training at the Monmouth Medical Center, one of the oldest programs in New Jersey. Afterward, Dr. Menkowitz completed his spine surgery fellowship at The New York Spine Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. 

Upon completing his fellowship, he moved back to Monmouth County, New Jersey, and together with another fellowship-trained spine surgeon, they established the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine. Concurrently, he was appointed to the academic committee of the Monmouth Orthopaedic Surgery program. He is also an assistant professor at Drexel University College of Medicine.

Dr. Menkowitz has co-authored several articles pertaining to spinal surgery, which have been presented at international meetings. His areas of expertise include the operative and nonoperative treatment of adult and pediatric spinal deformity, disc herniations, degenerative conditions of the spine, tumors, and sports-related injuries.

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Steve Paragioudakis, MD, is an experienced orthopedic spine surgeon at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, with locations in Shrewsbury, Toms River, and Edison, New Jersey.

Dr. Paragioudakis received his Bachelor of Arts from Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree from the Rutgers School of Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), formerly the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Paragioudakis completed his internship and residency program at the RBHS in the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Department of Orthopaedics.

Dr. Paragioudakis has received recognition for his research throughout his career, and his clinical science paper received the International Volvo Award for Low Back Pain Research in 2000. He is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, as well as the National Board of Medical Examiners.

In addition to serving patients at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, Dr. Paragioudakis provides care at Orthopaedic Spine Specialists of NJ.

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Patrick A. Wang is an exceptional board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He treats patients at MidJersey Orthopaedics, boasting two state-of-the-art clinics conveniently located in Flemington, Bridgewater and Washington, New Jersey.

Dr. Wang graduated cum laude from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. There, he earned a Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary studies with a concentration in neuroscience. After finishing undergrad, he went on to Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he graduated with his Doctor of Medicine.

Dr. Wang stayed at Drexel University College of Medicine for his orthopaedic surgery residency, which he completed in conjunction with the Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He also finished a fellowship in orthopaedic sports medicine at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

In his practice at MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Wang is passionate about providing expert care and looks forward to improving the quality of life for all of his patients.

Daniel Torino, MD, is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon with a wide range of expertise. With a passion for improving patients' lives, Dr. Torino brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to MidJersey Orthopaedics, practicing out of the Washington and Bridgewater, New Jersey, locations.

Dr. Torino completed his undergraduate studies at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. He continued to Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies, where he obtained his medical degree. Following medical school, he completed an internship in General Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and a residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. To further refine his skills, Dr. Torino completed a fellowship at Allegheny Health Network Drexel University in Pittsburgh, PA.

Dr. Torino specializes in Minimally Invasive Direct Anterior Hip Replacement, Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction, Minimally Invasive Partial Knee Replacement, Computer Navigation and Robotic Assisted Surgery, Revision Arthroplasty, General Orthopaedics, and Trauma. He is an active member of prominent professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the Eastern Orthopaedics Society, and the American Medical Association.

Dr. Torino's impact extends beyond clinical practice. He holds faculty appointments at Hunterdon Medical Center and Hunterdon Center for Surgery, contributing to medical education and training. His special interests include enhanced recovery outpatient surgery and fitness, reflecting his holistic approach to patient care.

At MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Torino is committed to providing compassionate, innovative, and personalized orthopaedic care. His expertise and dedication make him an invaluable asset to the medical community in Washington and Bridgewater, New Jersey.

With unparalleled compassion and experience, Thomas St. John, MD, helps his patients at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington, New Jersey, overcome extreme pain and limited mobility to regain their quality of life. As a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, he specializes in spine surgery, adult hip reconstruction, and knee reconstruction.

Dr. St. John graduated magna cum laude from Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, with a Bachelor of Science in biology. He earned his medical degree with distinction in research from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in Stony Brook, New York, and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He stayed at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital for a fellowship in adult reconstruction and spine surgery.

Dr. St. John is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and stays active in his field with membership in the North American Spine Society, the Jefferson Orthopaedics Society, and the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He’s also a member of the American Medical Association, the Hunterdon County Medical Society, and the New Jersey Orthopaedic Society. He holds a faculty appointment at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, New Jersey. 

When treating new patients, Dr. St. John insists on learning their entire medical history to provide informed and effective treatment. His primary goal is to get his patients back to the life they remember, helping numerous people overcome their pain and recover from injury.

Keith Crivello, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon with advanced specialty training in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.

Dr. Crivello was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, but grew up on Long Island, New York. He attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in international relations and a minor in chemistry.

Before attending medical school, he taught chemistry at Cathedral High School in New York City. He graduated from Boston University School of Medicine, where he was involved with scientific and clinical research with the Departments of General and Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Crivello completed his internship and residency at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City. In addition to the time spent at St. Luke’s and Roosevelt Hospitals, where he received training from the esteemed CV Starr Hand Center, Dr. Crivello also served at Memorial Sloan Kettering for orthopaedic oncology and A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children for pediatric orthopaedic care.

He continued to be involved with research during residency – with publications and presentations at national meetings – and book chapters and multimedia educational tools.

Dr. Crivello completed advanced fellowship training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery. During that time, he helped to care for players from the New York Mets, New York Giants, New Jersey Nets, and professional and Division I collegiate athletes from several different sports.

George Gorgy, MD, is a board-eligible orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spinal procedures and surgeries at Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics in Bridgewater and Washington, New Jersey. Throughout his career, Dr. Gorgy has contributed to pioneering research in his field and has won multiple awards for his work. Today, he uses his expertise to provide patients with top-of-the-line spinal care at Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics. 

Dr. Gorgy began his schooling at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. After completing his bachelor’s, he continued with medical school at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey. He completed a residency at Rutgers Health-Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey, before fellowship training at Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan, New York City. 

At Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Gorgy’s primary specialties include spinal fusion surgery, cervical disc replacement, and minimally-invasive robotic surgery for conditions like spinal stenosis, fractures, and degenerative disc disease. Patients trust Dr. Gorgy to guide them through the treatment process and answer their questions in detail.

To set up an appointment with Dr. Gorgy for a spinal evaluation and treatment consultation, call Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics in Bridgewater or Washington, New Jersey, or schedule a visit online today. 

Doctors United

David Lent, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Doctors United, with offices in the West Farms and Wakefield neighborhoods in Yonkers, New York. He is highly trained in orthopedic surgery, with over two decades of experience in the field.

Dr. Lent earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in health science from Yeshiva University in New York City, New York, and received his medical degree at New York University School of Medicine in New York City, New York.

He completed an orthopedic residency program at Montefiore Medical Center in The Bronx, New York City, New York, and a sports medicine fellowship at Staten Island University Hospital in Staten Island, New York.

Dr. Lent enjoys helping his patients achieve exceptional musculoskeletal health and a better quality of life. Patients with sports injuries, work-related injuries, auto accident injuries, or age-related wear-and-tear rely on him to get back on their feet and make a full recovery.

Dr. Lent has numerous hospital affiliations in New York, including St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers, where he serves as Chief of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery; Montefiore Medical Center in The Bronx; St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers; and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.

He also worked as a professor at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) in Erie, Pennsylvania, and was voted Top Doctor by Westchester Magazine and Castle Connolly Medical.

He maintains his advanced medical credentials with ongoing education in the latest advancements in orthopedic medicine. Dr. Lent is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of numerous medical organizations. Examples include the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and Westchester County Medical Society.

Dr. Lent looks forward to improving musculoskeletal function in all his patients and welcomes them to Doctors United.