Overview
Dr. Murphy is a board-certified and fellowship-trained adult reconstruction specialist. His clinical interests include progressive hip and knee replacement (including robotic partial and total knee and hip replacements as well as direct anterior hip replacements), rapid recovery protocols, revision surgery and treatment of infections. Dr. Murphy attended The Pennsylvania State University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University. He completed his fellowship in adult reconstruction at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Murphy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|When he's not at work, Dr. Murphy enjoys walking and other exercise, as well as reading and taking care of his plants. He is also a coin collector and roots for Cleveland sports teams.|Video: more from Dr. James Murphy, M.D.
Dr. Murphy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Osteonecrosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1175 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
1175 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James E. Murphy
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James E. Murphy?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James E. Murphy by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James E. Murphy a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James E. Murphy is classified as an Distinguished expert for Osteoarthritis, 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. James E. Murphy specialize in?
While Dr. James E. Murphy is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James E. Murphy participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James E. Murphy has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. James E. Murphy's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James E. Murphy accept my insurance?
Dr. James E. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Murphy isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- BursitisDr. Murphy isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Murphy isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Murphy isExperienced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Murphy isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- OsteonecrosisDr. Murphy isExperienced. Learn about Osteonecrosis.
- SciaticaDr. Murphy isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.