Dr. John O’Malley, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic surgery. Dr. O’Malley is the sports medicine team physician for UNC Wilmington Seahawk Athletics. He practices in Wilmington at 2716 Ashton Drive, in Porters Neck at 8115 Market Street and in our newest location at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in the Villages of Brunswick Forest. Dr. O’Malley is a graduate of Dartmouth College and Upstate Medical School in Syracuse, NY. He completed his residency at State University of New York, Stony Brook. He received his fellowship from Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia in Sports Medicine, during which he worked with the Philadelphia Eagles professional football team, the Philadelphia Flyers professional hockey team and the Virginia Slims Tennis Tournament.
Dr. John O’Malley, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic surgery. Dr. O’Malley is the sports medicine team physician for UNC Wilmington Seahawk Athletics. He practices in Wilmington at 2716 Ashton Drive, in Porters Neck at 8115 Market Street and in our newest location at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in the Villages of Brunswick Forest. Dr. O’Malley is a graduate of Dartmouth College and Upstate Medical School in Syracuse, NY. He completed his residency at State University of New York, Stony Brook. He received his fellowship from Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia in Sports Medicine, during which he worked with the Philadelphia Eagles professional football team, the Philadelphia Flyers professional hockey team and the Virginia Slims Tennis Tournament.
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Thorough with clear communication, took his time to answer all questions, friendly demeanor.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Always friendly and professional.I highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Unprofessional, left the door open for first half of visit. Did not give full answers to my questions.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent doctor and extremely knowlegeable!
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr O'Malley is the most sincere and knowledgeable doctor when he comes to knee replacements and leg repairs. He takes time with every patient to make sure he covers everything.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional. Explains things so one easily understands them
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
He was very informative and willing to answer any questions. He covered all things necessary and wants more testing before doing any procedures. I really like him.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
He listened, was professional , cordial
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Thanks for the quick relief!
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Dr O’Malley. Did a great job with Surgery and explained everything I needed to know at Post Op appt with patience and clarity.
Dr. John O’Malley, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic surgery. Dr. O’Malley is the sports medicine team physician for UNC Wilmington Seahawk Athletics. He practices in Wilmington at 2716 Ashton Drive, in Porters Neck at 8115 Market Street and in our newest location at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in the Villages of Brunswick Forest. Dr. O’Malley is a graduate of Dartmouth College and Upstate Medical School in Syracuse, NY. He completed his residency at State University of New York, Stony Brook. He received his fellowship from Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia in Sports Medicine, during which he worked with the Philadelphia Eagles professional football team, the Philadelphia Flyers professional hockey team and the Virginia Slims Tennis Tournament.
In Wilmington, Dr. O’Malley has worked as team physician for the Seattle Mariners AA baseball team (Port City Roosters), the Wilmington Sharks baseball team, the Carolina Stars football team, Topsail High School and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He has also earned a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He has practiced orthopedic surgery since 1993 and joined EmergeOrtho in 1999.
Dr. O’Malley specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder, total joint replacement, and general orthopedic surgery. He is fully certified in Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery for total knee replacement, as well as the ROSA Knee System.
He is an avid tennis player, runner and enjoys spending time with his four children.
Education Undergraduate: Dartmouth College Medical School: Upstate Medical School in Syracuse, NY Residency: State University of New York, Stony Brook Fellowship: Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia in Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained in Sports Medicine
Thorough with clear communication, took his time to answer all questions, friendly demeanor.
Always friendly and professional.I highly recommend him.
Unprofessional, left the door open for first half of visit. Did not give full answers to my questions.
Excellent doctor and extremely knowlegeable!
Dr O'Malley is the most sincere and knowledgeable doctor when he comes to knee replacements and leg repairs. He takes time with every patient to make sure he covers everything.
Very professional. Explains things so one easily understands them
He was very informative and willing to answer any questions. He covered all things necessary and wants more testing before doing any procedures. I really like him.
He listened, was professional , cordial
Thanks for the quick relief!
Dr O’Malley. Did a great job with Surgery and explained everything I needed to know at Post Op appt with patience and clarity.