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Adam Bernstein, M.D.
Garden State Orthopaedic Associates
Orthopedics: Surgery of the Shoulder and Knee, Arthroscopic Surgery
Fair Lawn, Mahwah, Hoboken, Clifton, Parsippany, Paramus
Most recent review: 2 days ago
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4.9
387 Ratings
119 Comments
Dr. Adam Bernstein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certificate in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Bernstein is extensively trained in arthroscopic surgery, with regard to shoulder and knee injuries, such as rotator cuff repair, labral repair and ACL reconstruction.
4.9
387 Ratings
119 Comments
Dr. Adam Bernstein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certificate in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Bernstein is extensively trained in arthroscopic surgery, with regard to shoulder and knee injuries, such as rotator cuff repair, labral repair and ACL reconstruction.
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Dr. Adam Bernstein earned his undergraduate degree Magna Cum Laude, in bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science. During his time there, he was elected to the Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honors Society. In college, Dr. Bernstein researched a number of orthopedic related topics, including ACL matrix scaffolding and anthropomorphic design.
After graduation, Dr. Bernstein attended Georgetown University Medical School, where he received his medical degree with honors and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. He then went on to New York University Medical Center-Bellevue Hospital Center to complete his general surgery residency. It was at the Orthopaedic Institute Hospital for Joint Diseases at New York University Hospital that he completed his orthopaedic residency and engaged in research. Dr. Bernstein’s work has been published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Arthroscopy, The Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, The American Journal of Orthopedics, Orthopedics, and the Bulletin of the Hospital for Joint Diseases. He was also given the Senior Resident Research Award during his final year of residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases.
Once his residency was finished, Dr. Bernstein received a Fellowship in Sports Medicine from Lenox Hill Hospital. During his time at Lenox Hill, Dr. Bernstein was a member of the medical staff of the New York Jets, New York Islanders, Hofstra University, Hunter College, and the United States Open Tennis Tournament.
In 2003, Dr. Bernstein joined Garden State Orthopaedic Associates to provide exceptional care to patients experiencing a comprehensive range of concerns and conditions. In addition to being certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Bernstein also attained a Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Bernstein is extensively trained in arthroscopic surgery, with regard to shoulder and knee injuries, such as rotator cuff repair, labral repair and ACL reconstruction. He has privileges at The Valley Hospital and St Joseph’s Regional Medical Center. He is also currently a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at New York University School of Medicine.
Education and Training
Lenox Hill Hospital – Fellowship in Sports Medicine
New York University School of Medicine-Hospital for Joint Diseases – Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
New York University School of Medicine-Bellevue Hospital Center – General Surgery Residency
Georgetown University Medical School
University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science – BS in Bioengineering
Memberships and Awards
Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Bergen Top Doctors
Patient Satisfaction Award – Press Ganey®
Senior Resident Research Award – New York University-Hospital for Joint Diseases
Teaching Appointment – Clinical Assistant Professor Dept. of Orthopedic Surgery – NYU School of Medicine
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Had shoulder surgery and everything has been going excellent,very happy with my visits and my outcome , great doctor .
One of the best doctor and surgeon that I’ve ever met.
He's such an awesome Dr, a caring & concern Dr that truly understands & listens 2 ur problems.
Awesome guy… appreciate your honesty
Top notch doctor with an awesome personality took very good care of me
Excellent, doctor.
Me siento confiada
Dr. Bernstein did me a big favor and quickly booked me an appointment to review my MRI and give me a second opinion. He is very personable with a great bedside manner. I appreciate his advice because it’s clear, even if he doesn’t do the operation, he wants the best outcomes for all patients at the practice.
It appears that he is overbooked
He's THE Man! best Dr. experience I ever had.