
Overview
Dr. Rocco Simmerano is a lifelong Morris County resident. After graduating from Lenape Valley Regional High School, he attended the University of Notre Dame where he graduated with honors. He attended medical school at Rutgers-NJMS, graduating in 1999 with membership in Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honor society. His surgical and orthopaedic training were completed at Tufts University in Boston, MA where he served as assistant team physician for the Boston Celtics and Boston Renegades women’s soccer team. In 2004, he returned to New Jersey to practice with Drs. Cubelli and Capecci.Dr. Simmerano is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and is a member of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a fellow of the Notre Dame Orthopaedic Society and Tom Dooley Society. He serves as a team consultant for Lenape Valley High School and is active in the lecture circuit around Morris County, talking to local groups about osteoporosis and fracture prevention, as well as various sports medicine topics.Recently certified in Disaster Assistance and Management by the AAOS, Dr. Simmerano’s interests also include joint replacement and sports medicine, with specialty in hip arthroscopy. He performs some of the newest techniques in the orthopaedic field and is actively working with platelet rich plasma, stem cells and ultrasonic guided techniques. He was recently voted Most Compassionate Doctor 2013 by his patients. Dr. Simmerano resides in Morris County with wife and three young children.
Dr. Simmerano is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Simmerano is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Simmerano is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
109 Route 46, Suite 1, Denville, NJ 07834
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rocco A. Simmerano
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Is Dr. Rocco A. Simmerano a top-rated expert for Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rocco A. Simmerano is classified as an Distinguished expert for Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, 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. Rocco A. Simmerano specialize in?
While Dr. Rocco A. Simmerano is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, and Osteoarthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Rocco A. Simmerano accept my insurance?
Dr. Rocco A. Simmerano accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 973-625-1221 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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