SOMERS POINT - Shore Physicians Group announced that John A. Avallone, DO, FAOAO, an accomplished orthopedic surgeon with more than 30 years of experience, has joined its Division of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine at 710 Centre Street in Somers Point.
Dr. Avallone specializes in treating fractures, joint replacements and sports injuries, with a focus on helping patients regain mobility and quality of life.
A lifelong resident of the region, Dr. Avallone earned his BS in Biology from Delaware Valley College in Doylestown, PA, and his DO from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Community General Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Avallone’s career includes serving at St. Mary's Orthopedic Group, Trenton Orthopedic Group and Makefield Orthopaedic, PC, where he honed his expertise in hip, knee and shoulder replacements. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the American Osteopathic Association. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Avallone served as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopedics, at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he contributes to educating the next generation of orthopedic surgeons.
"I practice orthopedics and joint replacement surgery because of the challenge and reward they offer," Dr. Avallone said. "I find it very gratifying to be able to help relieve patients’ pain and assist them in restoring normal function so they can return to their active lives."
Dr. Avallone is now accepting new patients at Shore Physicians Group in Somers Point.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, see www.shorephysiciansgroup.com or call 609-365-6280.
