Dr. Douglas G. Avella
Overview
Douglas Avella, MD, is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group. Fellowship-trained in pediatric orthopedics and board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, he specializes in operative and nonoperative treatment of orthopedic conditions in children and teens, providing the highest quality of care for injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system.With more than 36 years of experience, Dr. Avella serves as the sports team and school physician for Bergen Catholic High School. In addition, he has led and participated in over 20 humanitarian medical missions to impoverished countries including Kenya, Ghana, Guatemala, Ecuador, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and Thailand to deliver much-needed orthopedic care to children around the globe.Dr. Avella is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, a member of the American Orthopedic Association, a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America, and is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. He is fluent in Spanish, and consistently listed as a “Top Doc” in New Jersey Monthly and a “Best Doctor” in New York magazine.
His top area of expertise is Scoliosis.
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- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
140 Chestnut Street, Suite 201, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Douglas G. Avella
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas G. Avella?
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Is Dr. Douglas G. Avella a top-rated expert for Scoliosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas G. Avella is classified as an Experienced expert for Scoliosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Douglas G. Avella specialize in?
While Dr. Douglas G. Avella is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Scoliosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Douglas G. Avella accept my insurance?
Dr. Douglas G. Avella accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 973-971-4340 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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