Advanced Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Care in Northern New Jersey

Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist

Convenient Access From:

Nutley Montclair Rutherford Bloomfield Lyndhurst Clifton

Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Sports Injury Care

NJOSMI is a top rated practice for helping people with orthopaedic and sports injuries in New Jersey. We specialize in treating sports injuries, as well as a wide range of orthopaedic conditions that can affect different parts of your body like your spine, knees, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, feet, ankles, and hips.

Our team of experts are experienced in diagnosing and treating injuries and trauma related to these areas of your body. Whether you’re an athlete or just someone who wants to get back to their daily routine without pain or discomfort, we’re here to help you get better.

Conditions We Treat:

  • ACL / MCL / PCL
  • Arthritis
  • Common knee conditions
  • Knee replacement surgery
  • Meniscal tear
  • Sports-related knee injuries
  • Bursitis / rotator cuff
  • Tendonitis
  • Chronic shoulder pain
  • Labral tear
  • Rotator cuff tear
  • Shoulder arthritis
  • Sports-related shoulder injuries
  • Arthritis
  • Bursitis
  • Fractures
  • Impingement
  • Hip replacement surgery
  • Arthritis
  • Bunions
  • Hammer toes
  • Morton’s neuroma
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Posterior ankle impingement
  • Stress fractures of ankle/foot
  • Sports-related ankle/foot injuries
  • Arthritis
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Dupuytren’s contracture
  • Ganglion cysts
  • Sports-related injuries
  • Tendonitis of wrist
  • Tennis elbow
  • Trigger finger
  • Wrist fractures
  • Sprains and strains
  • Dislocations
  • Ligament injuries
  • Minor fractures and avulsions
  • Tendinitis
  • Overuse injuries
  • Cartilage injuries
  • Concussions
  • Stress fractures

Meet Dr. Michael C. Russonella, D.O.

Michael C. Russonella, D.O.

Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
and Sports Medicine Specialist

Michael Christopher Russonella, D.O. is a board certified surgeon with extensive experience, education and specialized training and certifications in the field of orthopaedics and sports injuries. He is committed to providing you with exceptional orthopedic care. He utilizes non surgical and minimally invasive surgical procedures and cutting edge technology in medical care to address your orthopaedic concerns and issues with the shortest possible recovery times, so that you can get back on your feet quickly and return to training safely and efficiently.

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*We accept Medicare and school accident insurance. For other insurance plans, we operate out-of-network. Please contact our office with any questions regarding coverage or payment options.

Accepted Insurance and Coverage

We accept out-of-network benefits from most commercial insurance plans, including:

Horizon
Aetna
Cigna
MagnaCare
GHI / EmblemHealth
AmeriHealth
UnitedHealthcare
Meritain
Medicare
MVA / PIP
Workers’ Compensation
*We do not accept Medicaid.

Our Location

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Nutley, NJ

North Jersey Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Institute, 371 Franklin Ave 2nd Floor, Nutley, NJ 07110

Hours of Operations:
Monday through Friday: 9AM - 5PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

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#4 of 40 Orthopedic Surgeons in Clifton, New Jersey

Take the Next Step Toward Recovery

Our orthopaedic and sports medicine specialists are here to provide personalized care tailored to your needs. We take the time to understand your condition, explain your options clearly, and create a treatment plan designed to help you move forward with confidence.

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