Michael Hendel, MD, PhD
4.7 out of 5
(205)
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St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Bethlehem (Brodhead Road)
St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Kutztown
My goal is to get injured patients of all ages back to playing sports by delivering the highest quality care and combining nonoperative and modern surgical techniques. My practice expertise includes the minimally invasive and reconstructive treatment of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and ankle. As a former collegiate athlete, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and demands encountered by athletes at all levels and ages.
I am a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. I am board certified in orthopedic surgery and received subspecialty boards certification in sports medicine.
I am a former assistant team physician for the National Football League (NFL) New York Giants. During my surgical residency and fellowship, I was involved in the care of players on the New York Mets, New York Rangers, New York Knicks, New York Red Bulls, the Brooklyn Nets and the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA). I have authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, including ones published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and Bone and Joint Surgery.
I grew up in a large family in the Midwest, playing college football and baseball. I received my undergraduate degree from Bethel University, in St. Paul, MN, my doctorate in cardiovascular physiology from the University of Minnesota and my medical degree from the Cleveland Clinic College of Medicine. I completed my orthopedic residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, ranked the #1 orthopedic residency in the country. I furthered my education by completing a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, playing ice hockey and golf, fishing and being outdoors.
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Expertise
- Arthroscopy
- Repetitive Motion Injury
- Sports Injuries
Medical School
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 2012
Residency
Hospital for Special Surgery, 2012 - 2017
Fellowship
Hospital for Special Surgery, 2017 - 2018
This provider has 40 total patient reviews
“A very good visit. Recently moved to the area and starting with a new Orthopod. Would plan to visit again need I.”
2/18/2025
“Professional, concerned and easy to talk too.”
2/8/2025
“I got the help I needed with PT to continue.”
2/6/2025
“Was very satisfied with dr and all I had contact with at the visit. All very courteous and kind.”
2/5/2025
“Excellent service”
1/23/2025
“Everyone was so nice and answered all my questions. From(Name) to (Name) to the doctors, they were all pleasant and helpful.”
1/18/2025
“Great !!!!!!! ST LUKES I LIKE AND TRUST Michael Hendel, MD. GREAT DOCTORS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
1/15/2025
“Dr. Hendel was very professional, explained the options to my shoulder pain and scheduled the surgery for Jan 22nd,”
1/13/2025
“Dr Hendel was very helpful and offered good advice as to what I shouid be doing about my left knee”
1/8/2025
“Good nothing bad to say with visit to Michael Hendel, MD”
12/24/2024
“Michael Hendel, MD was a Specialist that I seen for my shoulders. He and his support staff were very knowledgeable and supportive.”
12/23/2024
“Although I would rather not have shoulder surgery, I would be comfortable having this surgery done by the named surgeon Michael Hendel, MD”
12/19/2024
“Everything when well with Michael Hendel, MD very satisfying thank you”
11/20/2024
“Michael Hendel, MD has an Excellent team. Highly recommend.”
11/15/2024
“Everything went well at the office of Michael Hendel, MD Everyone who I talked with was helpful.”
11/15/2024
“Wonderful experience during a painful injury with Michael Hendel, MD”
11/14/2024
“I had a good experience with the doctor and entire staff”
11/14/2024
“Very good service everything was handled in a very timely manner thank you”
11/12/2024
“Dr. Hendel and team are exemplary. Please pass along my appreciation on the extraordinary service from (Name)”
11/7/2024
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“Excellent doctor and staff. Had very good experience.”
2/21/2025