
Overview
As a specialist in both the Sports Medicine Center and the Joint Replacement Center, Dr. Colizza specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder for sports injuries and ligament reconstruction, minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery, and hip resurfacing. As a former competitor in both rugby football and rowing crew at the national level, Dr. Colizza has a keen understanding of the demands and expectations of the high-caliber athlete.After obtaining his medical degree and completing residency training in orthopedic surgery at McGill University in Montreal, Canada, Dr. Colizza finished his fellowship in reconstructive joint surgery and sports medicine at the Insall Scott Kelly Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in New York. He has completed a preceptorship in hip resurfacing with Mr. Derek McMinn in Birmingham, England, and is a recipient of the Zimmer-AOA Fellows Award, receiving national recognition for his research into the replacement of arthritic knees.Dr. Colizza recently stepped down as Chief of the Sports Medicine Service at Morristown Medical Center and as President of the New Jersey Orthopaedic Society. He is now the Chief of the Joint Replacement Service at Morristown Medical Center and serves on the Board of Councilors of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.Dr. Colizza is a caring and competent physician who holds the well-being of his patients in the highest regard, and he has been honored as one of the region’s premier doctors through NJ Top Docs. He strives to remain at the forefront of orthopedic knowledge, and he is committed to providing his patients with an expertise that is based upon trust, understanding, and competence.
Dr. Colizza is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Knee Replacement.
Dr. Colizza is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Colizza is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
376 Lafayette Road, Route 15 South Suite 103, Sparta, NJ 07871
197 Ridgedale Avenue, Suite 300, Morristown, NJ 07960
111 Madison Avenue, Floor 4, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Dr. Colizza has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wayne A. Colizza
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wayne A. Colizza?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wayne A. Colizza by calling their office at 973-538-2334. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wayne A. Colizza a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wayne A. Colizza is classified as an Advanced 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. Wayne A. Colizza specialize in?
While Dr. Wayne A. Colizza is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Wayne A. Colizza participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wayne A. Colizza has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Wayne A. Colizza's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wayne A. Colizza accept my insurance?
Dr. Wayne A. Colizza accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AmeriHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 973-538-2334 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- BursitisDr. Colizza isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Colizza isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Colizza isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Colizza isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
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- Acute PainDr. Colizza isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Colizza isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Decerebrate PostureDr. Colizza isExperienced. Learn about Decerebrate Posture.
- Decorticate PostureDr. Colizza isExperienced. Learn about Decorticate Posture.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Colizza isExperienced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- SynovitisDr. Colizza isExperienced. Learn about Synovitis.

