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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

William Charlton is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Charlton is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

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.

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.

Dr. Chaudhary is an orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in the treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders, addressing conditions in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. He provides care for people with degenerative diseases, spinal deformities, trauma and tumors, and performs complex revision surgeries. Dr. Chaudhary performs a range of other procedures as well, including minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal fusions, deformity corrections and robotic-assisted techniques — always with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life.|Originally from Gujarat, India, Dr. Chaudhary earned his medical degree at Government Medical College – Bhavnagar, after which he went on to complete his orthopaedic residency. Upon moving to the U.S., he completed fellowships in pediatric and adult spine surgery at Nemours Children’s Health and the University of Connecticut.|He chose to join Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, drawn by its commitment to innovation and patient-centered care.|“What I love most about my job is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on my patients’ lives. Seeing someone walk again without pain, return to work, or enjoy time with family — that’s incredibly fulfilling.” Dr. Chaudhary says. He finds daily inspiration in the complexity of spine surgery and the resilience of his patients.|Dr. Chaudhary and his wife, a pharmacist, have 2 children, and he values the balance between his professional and family life. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, cooking with his family, hiking, and exploring new cuisines. “My family is my greatest source of joy and motivation,” he says. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Acute Pain, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Dante Palumbo is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Palumbo is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Ganglion Cyst, Fasciotomy, and Hip Replacement.

James Mattucci is an Orthopedics provider in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mattucci is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Michael Banas is an Orthopedics provider in Plains, Pennsylvania. Dr. Banas is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

Eugene Kim is an Orthopedics provider in Plains, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Sciatica, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

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

Tan Chen is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Lordosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Fusion.

Kyle Rako is an Orthopedics provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. His top areas of expertise are Knee Replacement and Hip Replacement.

Michael Levy is an Orthopedics provider in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. Dr. Levy is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Levy is currently accepting new patients.

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.

Frank Obrien is an Orthopedics provider in Kingston, Pennsylvania.

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Sina Kazemzadeh is an Orthopedics specialist and a General Surgeon in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.