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Lauren Terranova, D.O.
Ridgewood Orthopedic Group, LLC, a division of OrthoAlliance NJ
Physiatry, Orthopedics: Rehabilitation, Osteopathic Medicine, Pain Management, Botox Injections, Sports Medicine
Ridgewood, NJ
4.7
564 Ratings
208 Comments
Dr. Lauren Terranova is board-certified in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. Dr. Terranova believes in a holistic approach and uses conservative measures to restore function, relieve pain, and maximize the quality of life of her patients.
4.7
564 Ratings
208 Comments
Dr. Lauren Terranova is board-certified in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. Dr. Terranova believes in a holistic approach and uses conservative measures to restore function, relieve pain, and maximize the quality of life of her patients.
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Dr. Lauren Terranova is a specialist with dual board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. She is fellowship trained in diagnostic and therapeutic musculoskeletal ultrasound. During her fellowship, she was trained in interventional fluoroscopic (X-ray) guided spinal procedures, electrodiagnostic studies (EMG), and cutting-edge treatments such as platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) injections. Dr. Terranova is dedicated to the conservative treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. She believes in a holistic approach and uses conservative measures to restore function, relieve pain, and maximize the quality of life of her patients.
Dr. Terranova earned a bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University (NU) in Illinois. While at NU, she was a Division I nationally-ranked sabre fencer and team captain. She is the current NU record holder for most career wins. After graduating college, she attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where she received a master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences and her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Terranova then attended Mount Sinai in New York City for her residency program and served as Chief Resident. Given her experience as a fencer, she decided to complete additional training at an accredited fellowship in Sports Medicine and Interventional Spine Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Dr. Terranova has given many presentations at professional meetings and has contributed to multiple publications, including: Atlas of Ultrasound Guided Musculoskeletal Injections (co-authored Trigger Point chapter), Musculoskeletal Pain Conditions: A Comprehensive Guide (author of Medial Epicondylitis Chapter), and co-authored an article published in the Journal of School Health entitled, Response of School Districts to the New York State Concussion Awareness and Management Act: Review of Policies and Procedures.
Dr. Terranova is a native of Wayne, New Jersey. Outside of work, she enjoys fencing, running, playing tennis, singing, cooking, and spending time with her loving family.
Specialties
Physiatry/Rehabilitation (conservative treatment of spine and other musculoskeletal injuries)
Sports Medicine
Osteopathic Medicine
Pain Management
Ultrasound-Guided Injections (joint/ligament/bursa injections)
Trigger Point Injections
Botox Injections (Spasticity)
Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment (PRP)
Electrodiagnostic Testing (EMG/NCS)
Interventional Spine Procedures
Epidural Injections
Facet Joint/Medial Branch Injections
Radiofrequency Ablation
Sacroiliac Joint Injections
Education
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois
Graduate Degree: Master of Biomedical Sciences, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) – Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Stratford, New Jersey
Medical: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey – School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, New Jersey
Training
Internship: UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine, Traditional Rotating Intern, Christ Hospital, Jersey City, New Jersey
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York (Chief Resident)
Sports Medicine & Interventional Spine Fellowship: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
Professional Affiliations
Association of Academic Physiatrists
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Licenses And Certifications
Board-Certified, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Board-Certified, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Subspecialty of Sports Medicine
Accreditations
Ultrasound Accredited by American Institute of Ultrasound (AIUM)
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Dr Terranova makes you feel very comfortable and tells you exactly what your issue is or isn't. Puts you at ease
Rude, condescending didn’t answer my questions. Spent very little time with me.
Very kind and thorough.
The best. Everything is always explained in a manner that I can understand. Dr Terranova is an excellent Dr. I feel so comfortable with her
She is a great listener, and she shares information and responds to questions in a manner that is easy to understand.
Dr. Terranova explained what was happening every step of the way. She is very professional.
She is so sweet & bubbly. Knows her stuff.
She’s pleasant, knowledgeable and quick. She wants to make you feel as comfortable as possible before your procedure. I would highly recommend her and this office.
Very helpful
She’s the best.