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Nicholas J Avallone,  MD

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Nicholas J Avallone, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine

4.9
(398)

Speaks: Spanish

Male

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Nicholas J Avallone, MD

About me

Nick Avallone, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, dual board-certified in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He has clinical expertise treating patients with a wide variety of orthopedic disorders and sports injuries.
With more than 20 years of orthopedic surgical experience, Dr. Avallone provides compassionate care to patients of all ages, educating them about their condition, treatment plan, and how to avoid injuries going forward. He utilizes advanced techniques in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery to accelerate recovery time with reduced pain. He expertly performs arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, including rotator cuff repairs and ACL reconstructions, as well as hand, wrist, elbow and ankle surgery and total shoulder replacement.
Dr. Avallone earned his medical degree at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Camden, NJ. He then performed an orthopedic surgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, followed by a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital, NYC. Previously, he earned his baccalaureate degree in psychology from Princeton University. Prior to joining Atlantic Medical Group, Dr. Avallone served as head team physician for local high schools and colleges and was a clinical instructor of orthopedics for medical residents and graduate students. He has been recognized with several awards for his outstanding teaching and service to the community.
The winner of multiple Top Doctor awards, including NJ Monthly Magazine 2024 Select Surgeons Award for Shoulder Arthroscopic, Knee Arthroscopic, Sports Medicine, Dr. Avallone has presented at numerous conferences and authored publications in peer-reviewed journals. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and an active member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He is a part of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization.

Areas of focus: Arthritis, Back Problems and Pain, Bone and Joint, Carpal Tunnel, Elbow Problems, Elbow Surgery, Foot & Ankle, Fractures, Hand and Wrist Problems, Hip pain / injuries, Knee Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neck Pain, Orthopedic Hand, Orthopedic Spine, Pediatric Orthopedics, Shoulder / Rotator Cuff / Arm Disorders and Pain, Shoulder Surgery, Spine (all aspects), Sports Injuries

SPECIALTIES

  • Orthopedic Surgery

AFFILIATIONS

  • Atlantic Medical Group

  • Morristown Medical Center

Where to see me

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Education & Experience

TRAINING

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolMedical School
Harvard Combined ProgramResidency
Lenox Hill HospitalFellowship

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

Orthopaedic Sports MedicineAmerican Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Patient Reviews

OVERALL RATING

4.9

(398 ratings)
20 reviews
  • 5.0
    Feb 27, 2025
    Receptionist and nursing assistant were friendly and professional. X-ray technicians were personable and efficient. Dr. Avallone listened to my concerns and addressed all my questions fully.
  • 5.0
    Feb 27, 2025
    It was very good to show me a video about my shoulder MRI and explain everything to me and then gave me an injection.
  • 5.0
    Feb 26, 2025
    Very well taken care of by the entire medical team
  • 5.0
    Feb 26, 2025
    Dr N Avallone the Best dr around
  • 4.7
    Feb 24, 2025
    The doctor was very thorough & kind & explained everything very well.