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Umer Dasti, M.D.
Ridgewood Orthopedic Group, LLC, a division of OrthoAlliance NJ
Orthopedics: Arthroscopic Surgery od the Shoulder, Hip, and Knee, Shoulder Replacement
Ridgewood, NJ
4.9
664 Ratings
256 Comments
Dr. Umer Dasti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee. Dr. Dasti also has a particular interest in shoulder replacement including reverse total shoulder replacement and treatment of complex shoulder fractures.
4.9
664 Ratings
256 Comments
Dr. Umer Dasti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee. Dr. Dasti also has a particular interest in shoulder replacement including reverse total shoulder replacement and treatment of complex shoulder fractures.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Ridgewood Orthopedic Group, LLC, a division of OrthoAlliance NJ through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
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Dr. Umer Dasti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee, including rotator cuff repair, shoulder labral repair, meniscus repair, ACL reconstruction, cartilage transplant procedures, and hip labral repair. He also has a particular interest in shoulder replacement including reverse total shoulder replacement and treatment of complex shoulder fractures. When appropriate, Dr. Dasti identifies non-operative approaches to treatment utilizing physical therapy, injections, and the latest in techniques commonly referred to as “stem-cell injections”.
Dr. Dasti joined Ridgewood Orthopedic Group in 2014 after completing specialty fellowship training in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, and Shoulder Surgery with Tufts School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School in Boston. While in Boston, Dr. Dasti also served as an Assistant Team Physician to the Boston Celtics and Tufts University Athletics. Prior to his fellowship training, Dr. Dasti completed his undergraduate degree at Rutgers College and obtained his medical degree from UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School. He also completed an Orthopedic Surgery residency at St. Joseph's Healthcare System.
Dr. Dasti has recently authored book chapters on arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. He has also published several scientific articles in peer reviewed journals examining outcomes after shoulder replacement. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM).
Dr. Dasti serves as a team physician for Ridgewood High School, Ramapo High School in Franklin Lakes, and Indian Hills High School in Oakland. He can be found on the sidelines of a high school football game most Friday nights in the fall.
Education
Undergraduate: Rutgers University – Rutgers College, New Brunswick, New Jersey
Medical: UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey
Training
Orthopedic Surgery Residency: St. Joseph's Healthcare System, Seton Hall University, Paterson, New Jersey
Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Fellowship:
- New England Baptist Hospital, Tufts School of Medicine, Boston, MA
- Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Arthroscopy Association of North America
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
The Valley Hospital, Ridgewood, New Jersey
St. Joseph's Healthcare System, Paterson, New Jersey
Licenses And Certifications
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed to practice medicine in Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New Hampshire
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I left with a well thought out course of action to repair the shoulder.
Professional and kind
Very caring. No rushing you out. Excellent doctor. Would recommend to all.
Listens to my concerns and is very caring.
Great demeanor and listens intentively to your concers and proposes the options.
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the outstanding care I received during my recent appointment. I was very impressed with Dr. Dasti ..thorough diagnosis and his ability to address my concerns with such professionalism and warmth. I truly appreciate how friendly and approachable he is , making it easy for me to discuss my issues without hesitation. Thank you !!!
He’s very easy to talk to and great bedside manner.
Dr. Dasti is a excellent orthopedist. Unfortunately my particular injury can not be reversed but regardless he's been great through out this process.
Dr Dasti is the best listener!
Carefully explained my problem and showed me my X-ray and CAT Scan . Explained what I needed to do to heal. Gave me a follow up appointment to check on my progress. Would highly recommend him.