Dr. Arnold Criscitiello is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders, cervical disc replacements, spinal tumors, and minimally invasive surgery techniques.
Dr. Arnold Criscitiello is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders, cervical disc replacements, spinal tumors, and minimally invasive surgery techniques.
Since 1996, Dr. Arnold Criscitiello, a fellowship trained and board certified orthopedic spine surgeon, has been helping patients live their lives with less back pain. He specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders and has been involved in the development of new minimally invasive technologies. He is on the committee pioneering The Valley Hospital Spine Center.
Dr. Crisicitiello received his undergraduate degree from Fairfield University, and complete both his graduate and medical degrees at Georgetown University. He completed an internship and orthopedic surgery residency at UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and also completed internships in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and orthopedic oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He then completed an orthopedic spine fellowship at State University of New York Health Science Center.
Dr. Criscitiello has published many articles and textbook chapters, and has given numerous presentations at professional meetings. His articles have been published in 11 journals and medical publications, including The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Orthopaedic Transactions, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, Orthopaedics Journal, Lecture Series North American Spine Society and a chapter in Minimally Invasive Techniques in Spine Surgery.
Dr. Criscitiello has presented for a myriad of industrial societies, including: The Eastern Orthopaedic Association, New Jersey Orthopaedic Society, The Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, The Association of Children’s Prosthetic-Orthotic Clinics, The North American Spine Society, Spine Across the Sea, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Health Science Center, Orthopaedic Research Society, Scoliosis Research Society, European Orthopedic Society, and The Orthopaedic Research Society.
Dr. Criscitiello lives in Bergen County and has 4 children. He enjoys water-skiing, boating, and fishing in his spare time.
Specialties
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
Lumbar & Cervical Laminectomy
Cervical & Lumbar Fusions
Cervical Disc Replacement
Minimally Invasive XLIF Lumbar Fusions
Minimally Invasive Kyphoplasty for Compression Fractures
Surgical Treatment of Spinal Tumors
Surgical Treatment of Spinal Fractures
Education
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology, Fairfield University, Fairfield, Connecticut
Graduate Degree: Master of Science in Physiology, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Medical Degree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
Training
Intership:
BUMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, General Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery, New Brunswick, New Jersey
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Orthopedic Oncology, New York, New York
Orthoepedic Surgery Residency: Master of Science in Physiology, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Orthopedic Spine Fellowship: Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society
Cervical Spine Research Society
Hospital Affiliations
The Valley Hospital, Ridgewood, New Jersey
Hackensack University Medical Center, Ridgewood, New Jersey
Licenses And Certifications
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed to practice medicine in New Jersey and New York
I found that Dr Criscitiello was very good in explaining my arthritic condition and am following up on his recommendations.
Dr Criscitiello was very attentive. He carefully listened to my comments regarding the medical issue i sought help with. Afterward you could see him think through , analyzing my symptoms to come up with an appropriate treatment plan. He didn't limit me to one option, but offered me a variety of treatment options which was most appreciated.
Very thoughtful and caring took time to answer questions
Kind professional thorough and attentive
Dr. C. Listens and hears your thoughts and concerns.
Great orthopedist and fantastic doctor!
Dr Criscitiello took the time to explain in detail what could be causing my lower back pain. He answered my questions with compassion for my situation. I didn’t feel rushed and felt confident that he was focused on my specific situation and not looking at it as an issue that so many people have.
Very knowledgeable, patient and conservative.
Excellent experience
Dr. Criscitiello is a true doctor very much concern with my spinal and cervical problems which I have seen him for since he was a new doctor Dr. Is not one to be on the 15 minute clock but unfortunately Terranova and the nurse knocked on the door to have hm terminate his consult with me which I found disrespectful and embarrassing. Let Dr. Criscitiello be the true doctor which he has taken the oath to be. I respect him and hold Dr. Criscitiello in high esteem. Cannot say anything close about Laura Terranova!