Named OrthoEast, new practice brings together 16 renowned orthopedic specialists in 6 regional offices across New Jersey and New York, offering state-of-the-art treatments in all areas of orthopedics.
University Spine Center, Academy Orthopedics and High Mountain Orthopedics Announce Merger
Wayne, New Jersey – Ortho East is overwhelmed with excitement to announce its most recent consolidation of three world renowned Orthopedic medical groups popularly known as, The University Spine Center, Academy Orthopedic, and High Mountain Orthopedics.
The new practice will bring together 16 renowned orthopedic specialists in 6 locations across New Jersey and New York to provide exceptional patient-first care and advanced treatments in all areas of orthopedics, from pain management and sports medicine to complex spinal surgeries. Headquartered in Wayne, NJ, OrthoEast also will have offices in Clifton, Linden, Morristown, Wall Township, and New York City.
As trusted physicians affiliated with various prominent universities and medical centers, including Saint Joseph’s Health, Atlantic Health, Valley Hospital, Mt. Sinai Hospital and Seton Hall and Montclair State Universities, OrthoEast’s physicians are esteemed orthopedic practitioners serving patients of all ages, athletes and non-athletes alike.
While dedicated to providing patients with solutions to recover without surgery, when necessary the board-certified, fellowship-trained specialists at OrthoEast perform advanced procedures in complex, re-constructive spinal surgery, sports medicine, trauma, joint reconstruction, hand surgery and interventional pain management.
“This partnership of elite orthopedic groups will be transformative, as we all come together to deliver the very best treatment approaches, drive innovation and create greater access for patients to receive world-class orthopedic care,” said Arash Emami, M.D., Founder and CEO of University Spine Center.
OrthoEast’s staff of 16 board-certified orthopedic specialists include:
Spine Surgery
- Arash Emami, M.D. – Orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in operative and nonsurgical treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders.
- Ki S. Hwang, M.D. – Orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the treatment of degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, lumbar spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis through minimally invasive surgery.
- Kumar G. Sinha, M.D. – Orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the correction of spinal deformities and minimally invasive surgical techniques.
- Nikhil Sahai, M.D. – Orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in complex spine disorders with a focus on robotic procedures.
Sports Medicine
- Anthony Festa, M.D. – Orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine.
- Casey Pierce, M.D. – Orthopedic surgeon with sub-specialties in sports medicine and arthroscopy, specializing in treating shoulder, elbow, hip and knee disorders.
- Anthony J. Scillia, M.D. – Orthopedic surgeon with sub-specialties in adult and pediatric sports medicine.
- David Rodriguez, M.D. – Sports medicine physician specializing in adult and pediatric sports medicine, non-operative orthopedics, ultrasound guided procedures and concussion care.
Trauma
- John Callaghan, M.D. – Orthopedic trauma surgeon specializing in treating fractures and orthopedic trauma in adult and pediatric patients.
- Craig Wright, M.D. – Orthopedic trauma surgeon specializing in orthopedic traumatology and direct anterior hip replacement surgery.
Joint Reconstruction
- William A. Matarese, M.D. – Orthopedic surgeon specializing in total joint replacement, arthroscopy and sports medicine.
- Thomas A. Novak, M.D. – Orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery, primary joint replacements and complex and revision hip and knee reconstruction.
Hand Surgery
- Andrew McGinniss, M.D. – Orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity disorders including traumatic injuries, arthritic conditions, and peripheral nerve injuries and entrapments including carpal and cubital tunnel syndromes.
Interventional Pain Management
- Pamela D’Amato, M.D. – Pain management doctor specializing in treating spinal pathology using a wide spectrum of interventional pain management techniques.
- Anil K. Sharma, M.D. – Pain management doctor specializing in the use of minimally invasive techniques to treat spinal pain.
“We are thrilled to be joining forces with University Spine Center and High Mountain Orthopedics,” said Anthony Festa, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon at Academy Orthopedics. “Our like-mind practices hold similar values and we look forward to combining our collective strengths to pave the way for the future of orthopedics.”
“It’s an exciting time for us all as we merge these three independently successful practices into one newly-formed venture,” said William Matarese, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon at High Mountain Orthopedics. “Our visions are closely aligned and that favorably positions us to execute on our ambitious goals together.”
About OrthoEast
OrthoEast’s award-winning team of highly skilled orthopedic specialists provide New Jersey and New York patients with the most advanced treatments in all areas of orthopedic care, from pain management and sports medicine to the treatment of complex spinal disorders.
Utilizing a comprehensive approach and cutting-edge techniques, such as the latest biologics and robotics, the team of specialists ensure that each patient receives the best possible outcome whether its conservative care or advanced minimally invasive surgery. In doing so, they draw upon expertise accrued through rigorous training, prestigious fellowships, renowned academic positions, and robust research programs with numerous national presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
As trusted physicians affiliated with various prominent major universities and medical centers including Saint Joseph’s Health, Atlantic Health, Valley Hospital, Mt. Sinai Hospital and Seton Hall and Montclair State Universities, OrthoEast physicians are esteemed orthopedic practitioners proudly serving patients of all ages, athletes and non-athletes alike.
While dedicated to providing patients with solutions to recover without surgery, when necessary, the board-certified, fellowship-trained experts at OrthoEast perform the most advanced procedures in adult and pediatric scoliosis, spinal fusion, ACL repairs, arthroscopic shoulder surgery, anterior approach joint replacement, minimally invasive fracture care, hand surgery and interventional spine procedures.
