Overview
Dr. Smucker is a fellowship-trained, board certified orthopedic surgeon who provides expertise in the surgical care of spinal disorders. He has special training in complex cervical, thoracic, and lumbar surgery, having trained with the top programs in the nation and subsequently practicing in a tertiary setting for almost a decade. His subspecialty interests include cervical spine conditions, care of spinal injuries in athletes, and spinal navigation and robotic technologies. He maintains a full time clinical practice and is involved in publication, research, and public speaking on national and international level.
Dr. Smucker is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Bone Graft.
Dr. Smucker is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 35 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Smucker is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
13225 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032
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.
3 Clinical Trials
Indiana Spine Group
Paul Kraemer, MD, is a independent orthopedic surgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana. Dr. Kraemer provides personalized care for diseases and disorders of soft tissues, bones, and joint conditions. Dr. Kraemer starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Then, Dr. Kraemer works with you to create a personalized care plan for your needs. Dr. Kraemer is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Kyphosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Kraemer is board certified in The American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Kraemer is currently accepting new patients.
Indiana Spine Group
Thomas Reilly, MD, is a independent orthopedic surgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana. Dr. Reilly provides personalized care for diseases and disorders of soft tissues, bones, and joint conditions. Dr. Reilly starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Then, Dr. Reilly works with you to create a personalized care plan for your needs. Dr. Reilly is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Reilly is currently accepting new patients.
Hand Surgery Associates Of Indiana, Inc
Greg Merrell, MD, is an independent orthopedic surgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Merrell provides surgical care for injuries and conditions that affect the hand, wrist and forearm. Dr. Merrell is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Trigger Thumb. Dr. Merrell is board certified in The American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery and The American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Surgery Of The Hand. Dr. Merrell is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph D. Smucker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph D. Smucker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph D. Smucker by calling their office at 317-228-7000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph D. Smucker a top-rated expert for Invertebral Disc Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph D. Smucker is classified as an Distinguished expert for Invertebral Disc Disease, 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. Joseph D. Smucker specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph D. Smucker is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Spondylolisthesis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Joseph D. Smucker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph D. Smucker has published 35 articles and abstracts on conditions like Invertebral Disc Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph D. Smucker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph D. Smucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph D. Smucker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 317-228-7000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Smucker isDistinguished. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Smucker isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Smucker isDistinguished. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Advanced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis
- Bone GraftDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- CoccydyniaDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis
- Foot DropDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Klippel-Feil SyndromeDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Klippel-Feil Syndrome.
- KyphosisDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- LaminectomyDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- ScoliosisDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal FusionDr. Smucker isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
- Experienced
- BursitisDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- DiskitisDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.
- Familial Multiple LipomatosisDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Familial Multiple Lipomatosis.
- Fractured SpineDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome
- OsteotomyDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Sacroiliac Joint DiseaseDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Sacroiliac Joint Disease.
- Tarlov CystsDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Tarlov Cysts.
- TendinitisDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Smucker isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.