Dr. Lynott is a board-certified orthopaedic sports medicine physician. His interests include hip and knee arthritis geriatric fracture care, total joint replacement and the treatment of sports-related ankle injuries through arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and ankle fusion. Dr. Lynott attended Thomas Jefferson University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at National Naval Medical Center. Dr. Lynott is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic sports medicine. He is a native of Scranton.|Video: more from Dr. John Lynott, M.D. Dr. Lynott is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Fasciotomy.

Dr. Tomaszewski is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon with a subspecialty interest in joint replacement. His clinical interests include reconstructive joint surgery. Dr. Tomaszewski attended medical school at Georgetown University. He completed his residency at the University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital. Dr. Tomaszewski is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Tomaszewski is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Philosophy of care | My approach is treating you as a family member needing help getting back to optimum health. | Why I entered medicine | Becoming a surgeon allows me to apply my personal skills and make a very tangible difference in the lives of patients like you. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy biking, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and mechanics. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Gillick is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Bursitis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Philosophy of care | Most patients with back or neck pain do not need surgery. I believe my job is to discuss all the options with you so together we can make an informed decision about your care. I think patients do better when they play an active role in their treatment. | Why I entered medicine | I knew early on that I wanted to be a surgeon because of its hands-on aspect. My mother was an operating room nurse, so I had the opportunity to observe surgery while in high school. This experience steered me toward orthopedic surgery. | Community involvement | We are active in our church and with the various sports organizations in which our children are involved. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy reading, guitar, golf and cycling. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Henderson is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Philosophy of care | I see my role as helping people understand their medical condition and helping them make informed decisions about their treatment options. | Why I entered medicine | I found the challenge of understanding the science of the human body and using that knowledge to improve patients lives irresistible. | Community involvement | Arthritis Foundation, Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society Board of Directors (past), American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Board of Councilors (past), Vestry of Church of the Epiphany, Chair of Water Quality Committee of Lake Wino | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Schmaltz is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

David Kolessar is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacement surgery and subspecializing in adult reconstructive surgery. He is chief of Adult Reconstruction for the Geisinger Musculoskeletal Institute, Northeast Region.|Dr. Kolessar has an in-depth understanding of the details and complexities involved in primary and revision hip and knee replacements. He offers outpatient hip and knee replacement surgery and online preoperative and postoperative exercise and therapy programs. Dr. Kolessar's clinical interests include management of knee and hip arthritis or deformity in adults, post-traumatic joint damage, and hip disorders such as dysplasia and femoroacetabular impingement. His research interests include joint replacement topics. Dr. Kolessar focuses on contemporary surgical techniques using computer navigation, robotic-arm-assisted surgery and multimodal pain management protocols.|Dr. Kolessar earned his medical degree from Temple University. He completed his internship and residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center and a fellowship in adult reconstruction and total joint replacement at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. He has academic appointments as clinical associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at Temple University School of Medicine and at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. Dr. Kolessar is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|A native of the Wilkes-Barre area, Dr. Kolessar attended The University of Scranton for his undergraduate degree. Dr. Kolessar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Mercuri is a board-certified and fellowship-trained adult reconstruction surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacements. His practice focuses on the use of computer navigation, augmented reality and robotics. He performs kinematic alignment for knee replacements and personalized implant positioning for hip replacements. He's the director of the Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, the associate director of the Northeast Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, and an associate professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.|Dr. Mercuri earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in New York City. He also earned a Master of Arts in Bioethics from New York University. He completed his residency at NYU Langone Health's Hospital for Joint Diseases and his fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery with the Insall Scott Kelly Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. Dr. Mercuri is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|This native of northeastern Pennsylvania attended Scranton Preparatory School and The University of Scranton, where he excelled as student and a long distance runner. He still enjoys running when he's not at work, as well as doing yard work with his antique John Deere farm tractor and spending time with his wife and two sons.|Hear from Dr. Mercuri’s patients|Rosanne Hartland:|After Dr. Mercuri performed Mako® robotic-arm–assisted joint replacement surgery on her hip, Rosanne Hartland was home the same day — and back to work in just two weeks. Read her story.|Bob Romanaskas:|Unbearable knee pain left Bob Romanaskas searching for treatment options. That’s when he found Dr. Mercuri and Mako robotic surgery. After having two knee replacements, he was back to the gym and enjoying his active lifestyle in no time. Read his story. Dr. Mercuri is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Acute Pain, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

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.

Dr. Koury is a board-certified and fellowship-trained trauma specialist who specializes in the treatment of fractures and complications related to fracture care. His clinical interests include fractures of the pelvis and acetabulum, intra-articular and non-union or delayed union fractures, deformities due to prior fracture or infection and bone infections. Dr. Koury obtained his medical degree from The Pennsylvania State University. He completed his residency as well as his fellowship in orthopaedic trauma and adult reconstruction at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. Dr. Koury is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Balsamo is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon. His clinical interests include orthopaedic trauma and complex fractures, with a special interest in caring for the geriatric population. Dr. Balsamo attended the Medical College of Pennsylvania, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. Dr. Balsamo is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Balsamo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Gillette is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon with a subspecialty interest in joint replacement. His clinical interests include reconstructive joint surgery, including anterior total hip replacement. Dr. Gillette attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received his medical degree. He completed his residency at PinnacleHealth Hospitals. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Gillette is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Fasciotomy.

Michael Raklewicz is an Orthopedics provider in Pittston, Pennsylvania. Dr. Raklewicz is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

William Krywicki is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Krywicki is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

John Doherty is an Orthopedics provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Doherty is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Michael Jung is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. His top area of expertise is Hip Replacement. Dr. Jung is currently accepting new patients.

Douglas A. Zaruta, MD, is an orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in conditions of the shoulder and knee. He performs open and arthroscopic surgical repair and reconstruction of torn ligaments, tendons and cartilage.|He has clinical expertise working with athletes at recreational, competitive and elite levels of play. However, Dr. Zaruta says he enjoys treating “any active person looking to restore mobility and function, whether they’re athletes, weekend warriors, performers, workers or hobbyists.”|Common shoulder conditions he treats includes shoulder dislocation, shoulder separation, labral tear, impingement, bursitis, rotator cuff tear and arthritis. He also treats common knee conditions, including meniscus tear, ACL injury, articular cartilage injury, patella dislocation and arthritis.|A former athlete himself, Dr. Zaruta is proud of his roots as an athletic trainer — which he describes as the foundation for his path to becoming a sports medicine surgeon. He has cared for high school, collegiate and professional athletes, including the Orlando City Soccer Club, Washington Nationals baseball team, Nazareth College ice hockey team and the University of Pittsburgh football, swimming/diving and women’s basketball teams.|Dr. Zaruta understands that each patient has unique needs and prides himself on taking a personalized and team approach to create treatment plans. “My goal is to empower my patients to become active participants in their recovery,” he says.|Having earned his master’s degree in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Zaruta was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society while in medical school at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton. He completed his fellowship training in orthopaedic sports medicine at Orlando Health. A native of the Back Mountain area of northeast PA, Dr. Zaruta is excited to be back home providing care to his community. In his spare time, he loves spending time with his wife, two children and other family and friends. He also enjoys running, biking and golfing. His top area of expertise is Osteoarthritis.

Philosophy of care | I wish to help patients understand their condition, treatment options, and to guide them through their decision process and treatment. | Why I entered medicine | I started working in a hospital at age 16. I loved math and science and became a chemical engineer, but ultimately I found personal fulfillment in combining engineering's problem solving with caring for patients. | Personal interests | I enjoy cycling, water sports and woodworking. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Rich is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to provide current and appropriate care for musculoskeletal conditions. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help patients have a better quality of life that is free of pain, and to have improved functional activities with family and friends | Community involvement | I coach my children's recreational sports teams. I also support and assist in our local community charities. | Personal interests | My hobbies include sports activities, including exercising, bike riding and golf. I enjoy being outdoors gardening, and spending time at the beach with my family | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Henzes is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Philosophy of care | I intend to listen very intently to your problems, advise you the best I can and then treat you based on your health, social situation, support structure and personal desires. Most problems can be treated conservatively, with surgery being viewed as a final but effective option. | Why I entered medicine | My grandfather was a family doctor who died well before I was born. My father told me stories about him when I was young. Many involved Dad joining my grandfather on house visits in the middle of the night. He would even leave patients money for their prescriptions as he left them for the night. My grandfather certainly had an impact on my decision to enter medicine, a rewarding field where you can make a positive impact on people’s lives daily. | Personal interests | Outside work I am interested in physical fitness and anti-aging medicine. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Ghigiarelli is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to get you back to the activities you enjoy as quickly as possible. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to improve the health and quality of life of my patients. I specialized in joint replacement and revision surgery because of the unique challenges present in treating arthritis and deformity and the potential to help someone walk and function again. | Community involvement | I am a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopedics and the Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society. | Personal interests | I enjoy jazz and classical music, architecture and design, traveling, snowboarding, food and wine. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Samujh is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

"Philosophy of care | My goal is providing the patient with the highest quality surgical and non-surgical care using the most current methods and delivering it in a clear and efficient manner. I also follow the Jesuit teaching tradition of | cura personalis | , a Latin phrase meaning “care for the whole person.” | Why I entered medicine | I was inspired to become a doctor by my late uncle, a general surgeon at Pocono Medical Center who dedicated his life to providing first-class care to patients for 35 years in the Poconos and the Lehigh Valley. My first exposure to orthopedic surgery came during medical school at Georgetown University, and it immediately became the only thing I could see myself doing. | Community involvement | I support St. Ann’s Shrine and Basilica, Saint Francis of Assisi Kitchen, American Cancer Society, Feeding America, Humane Society of North America, and Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. I currently am the team doctor for Dunmore High School football team and have spent seasons with Abington Heights football team as well as Lackawanna College. | Personal interests | When I am not working I spend time with my wife and our young son after getting a workout in on the Peloton. We enjoy the South Jersey Shore and traveling. I am a car and motorsports enthusiast, ""Will talk cars with anyone."" A fun fact is that I have seen Bruce Springsteen 24 times and counting. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. | ". Dr. Jordan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Seeley is a board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatric orthopaedic specialist. His clinical interests include pediatric and young adult hip reconstruction, pediatric sports medicine, pediatric trauma and upper/lower extremity deformity. His active areas of research include pediatric trauma, sports medicine and young adult hip conditions. Dr. Seeley is also associate program director for orthopaedic surgery and professor of orthopaedic surgery at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.|After earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University, Dr. Seeley completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers, followed by a fellowship in pediatric orthopaedics at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.|Dr. Seeley has published numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles, and his work is consistently presented nationally and internationally. In addition to his work at Geisinger, he has been designated a distinguished faculty member at Bucknell University through his collaborative research and education with the mechanical and the biomedical engineering departments. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|In his personal life, Dr. Seeley enjoys raising four children, basketball and woodworking.|Video: more from Dr. Mark Seeley, M.D. Dr. Seeley is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Toxic Synovitis, Collins Pope Syndrome, Clubfoot, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. VanderBrook’s advanced training focused on reconstructive surgery for complex joint replacements. He has a clinical interest in non-narcotic pain management techniques following surgery, as well as in rapid recovery treatments, including surgery that has you headed home the same day.|What he enjoys most about his job? “Seeing how happy people are when they can return to activities they love,” says Dr. VanderBrook. “I love hearing about trips and events they can enjoy after their joint replacement surgery.” He adds that he’s proud when he sees multiple members of a family coming into his office. “This reinforces to us that we have earned the trust of our patients,” he says.|Originally from the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, Dr. VanderBrook lives with his family in northeast PA. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his son outdoors, hunting, getting out on the water and exploring local restaurants, breweries and wineries. Dr. Vanderbrook is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive.

Philosophy of care | I make a point of treating my patients as I would treat my family. | Why I entered medicine | A man I very much looked up to got me interested in the medical field. That spark led to an expertise in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine and some enjoyable opportunities. I have been a team physician for the former Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Rail Riders. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Metzger is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Synovitis.

Linda Jackson is an Orthopedics provider in Pittston, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Jackson is currently accepting new patients.