Philosophy of care | My approach is treating you as a family member needing help getting back to optimum health. | Why I entered medicine | Becoming a surgeon allows me to apply my personal skills and make a very tangible difference in the lives of patients like you. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy biking, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and mechanics. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Gillick is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Bursitis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Philosophy of care | Most patients with back or neck pain do not need surgery. I believe my job is to discuss all the options with you so together we can make an informed decision about your care. I think patients do better when they play an active role in their treatment. | Why I entered medicine | I knew early on that I wanted to be a surgeon because of its hands-on aspect. My mother was an operating room nurse, so I had the opportunity to observe surgery while in high school. This experience steered me toward orthopedic surgery. | Community involvement | We are active in our church and with the various sports organizations in which our children are involved. | Personal interests | When not working I enjoy reading, guitar, golf and cycling. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Henderson is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Philosophy of care | I wish to help patients understand their condition, treatment options, and to guide them through their decision process and treatment. | Why I entered medicine | I started working in a hospital at age 16. I loved math and science and became a chemical engineer, but ultimately I found personal fulfillment in combining engineering's problem solving with caring for patients. | Personal interests | I enjoy cycling, water sports and woodworking. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Rich is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy of care is to provide current and appropriate care for musculoskeletal conditions. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help patients have a better quality of life that is free of pain, and to have improved functional activities with family and friends | Community involvement | I coach my children's recreational sports teams. I also support and assist in our local community charities. | Personal interests | My hobbies include sports activities, including exercising, bike riding and golf. I enjoy being outdoors gardening, and spending time at the beach with my family | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Henzes is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Philosophy of care | I see my role as helping people understand their medical condition and helping them make informed decisions about their treatment options. | Why I entered medicine | I found the challenge of understanding the science of the human body and using that knowledge to improve patients lives irresistible. | Community involvement | Arthritis Foundation, Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society Board of Directors (past), American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Board of Councilors (past), Vestry of Church of the Epiphany, Chair of Water Quality Committee of Lake Wino | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Schmaltz is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Tomaszewski is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon with a subspecialty interest in joint replacement. His clinical interests include reconstructive joint surgery. Dr. Tomaszewski attended medical school at Georgetown University. He completed his residency at the University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital. Dr. Tomaszewski is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Tomaszewski is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Philosophy of care | I intend to listen very intently to your problems, advise you the best I can and then treat you based on your health, social situation, support structure and personal desires. Most problems can be treated conservatively, with surgery being viewed as a final but effective option. | Why I entered medicine | My grandfather was a family doctor who died well before I was born. My father told me stories about him when I was young. Many involved Dad joining my grandfather on house visits in the middle of the night. He would even leave patients money for their prescriptions as he left them for the night. My grandfather certainly had an impact on my decision to enter medicine, a rewarding field where you can make a positive impact on people’s lives daily. | Personal interests | Outside work I am interested in physical fitness and anti-aging medicine. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Ghigiarelli is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to get you back to the activities you enjoy as quickly as possible. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to improve the health and quality of life of my patients. I specialized in joint replacement and revision surgery because of the unique challenges present in treating arthritis and deformity and the potential to help someone walk and function again. | Community involvement | I am a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopedics and the Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society. | Personal interests | I enjoy jazz and classical music, architecture and design, traveling, snowboarding, food and wine. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Samujh is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

"Philosophy of care | My goal is providing the patient with the highest quality surgical and non-surgical care using the most current methods and delivering it in a clear and efficient manner. I also follow the Jesuit teaching tradition of | cura personalis | , a Latin phrase meaning “care for the whole person.” | Why I entered medicine | I was inspired to become a doctor by my late uncle, a general surgeon at Pocono Medical Center who dedicated his life to providing first-class care to patients for 35 years in the Poconos and the Lehigh Valley. My first exposure to orthopedic surgery came during medical school at Georgetown University, and it immediately became the only thing I could see myself doing. | Community involvement | I support St. Ann’s Shrine and Basilica, Saint Francis of Assisi Kitchen, American Cancer Society, Feeding America, Humane Society of North America, and Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. I currently am the team doctor for Dunmore High School football team and have spent seasons with Abington Heights football team as well as Lackawanna College. | Personal interests | When I am not working I spend time with my wife and our young son after getting a workout in on the Peloton. We enjoy the South Jersey Shore and traveling. I am a car and motorsports enthusiast, ""Will talk cars with anyone."" A fun fact is that I have seen Bruce Springsteen 24 times and counting. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. | ". Dr. Jordan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Mercuri is a board-certified and fellowship-trained adult reconstruction surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacements. His practice focuses on the use of computer navigation, augmented reality and robotics. He performs kinematic alignment for knee replacements and personalized implant positioning for hip replacements. He's the director of the Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, the associate director of the Northeast Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, and an associate professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.|Dr. Mercuri earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in New York City. He also earned a Master of Arts in Bioethics from New York University. He completed his residency at NYU Langone Health's Hospital for Joint Diseases and his fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery with the Insall Scott Kelly Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. Dr. Mercuri is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.|This native of northeastern Pennsylvania attended Scranton Preparatory School and The University of Scranton, where he excelled as student and a long distance runner. He still enjoys running when he's not at work, as well as doing yard work with his antique John Deere farm tractor and spending time with his wife and two sons.|Hear from Dr. Mercuri’s patients|Rosanne Hartland:|After Dr. Mercuri performed Mako® robotic-arm–assisted joint replacement surgery on her hip, Rosanne Hartland was home the same day — and back to work in just two weeks. Read her story.|Bob Romanaskas:|Unbearable knee pain left Bob Romanaskas searching for treatment options. That’s when he found Dr. Mercuri and Mako robotic surgery. After having two knee replacements, he was back to the gym and enjoying his active lifestyle in no time. Read his story. Dr. Mercuri is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Acute Pain, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Philosophy of care | I make a point of treating my patients as I would treat my family. | Why I entered medicine | A man I very much looked up to got me interested in the medical field. That spark led to an expertise in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine and some enjoyable opportunities. I have been a team physician for the former Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Rail Riders. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Dr. Metzger is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Synovitis.

Dr. Gillette is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon with a subspecialty interest in joint replacement. His clinical interests include reconstructive joint surgery, including anterior total hip replacement. Dr. Gillette attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received his medical degree. He completed his residency at PinnacleHealth Hospitals. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Gillette is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Fasciotomy.

Casey Burke is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon in Olyphant, Pennsylvania. Dr. Burke is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Ganglion Cyst, and Arthritis. Dr. Burke is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Matthew Sutton, MD, specializes in hip and knee care, from joint preservation to complex joint replacement. He treats people with hip and knee arthritis, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), developmental dysplasia of the hip and pain or stiffness after prior joint surgery. Dr. Sutton offers total hip and knee replacement, partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement, patellofemoral knee replacement and revision surgery for failed or infected implants. When appropriate, he uses minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques and partners with patients on rapid-recovery, outpatient options to help them get back to work, sports and everyday life safely.|Dr. Sutton focuses on clear communication and informed decision-making. He reviews imaging and treatment choices with patients in plain language, then works with them to build a personalized care plan that can include activity modification, physical therapy, injections and, when needed, surgery. His motto is, “We treat patients, not X-rays.” His clinical interests include periprosthetic joint infection, hip preservation, healthy policy, perioperative optimization VTE (blood clot) prevention and optimizing pain control to reduce opioid use after surgery.|Dr. Sutton is an alumnus of Cornell University and holds a medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at the Rothman Institute. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.|A committed clinician-researcher, Dr. Sutton has authored 45+ peer-reviewed publications and presented his work nationally on topics such as health policy, management of periprosthetic joint infection, outpatient joint replacement and outcomes after hip and knee arthroplasty. His honors include the Philip Syng Physick Award for outstanding research at the Rothman Institute, as well as the Eastern Orthopaedic Association Resident/Fellow Paper Award. He has also served the profession through leadership roles, including chief editor of the Rothman Institute Orthopaedic Journal and service on international consensus committees for VTE prevention.|In his free time, Dr. Sutton wakeboards and water-skis, enjoys hiking with his wife and two rescue dogs, and is an avid Philadelphia sports fan.|Referral|Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Unicompartment knee replacement, Patellofemoral Knee replacement, Total Hip Revision, Total Knee Revision. Dr. Sutton is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

John Doherty is an Orthopedics provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Doherty is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Philosophy of care | Patient education is of the utmost importance and what I take pride in doing. My philosophy is that if you understand your diagnosis, you will be able to make more informed decisions about your treatment, be more engaged in your rehabilitation, and ultimately achieve a better outcome. | Why I entered medicine | I was inspired to enter medicine after my own experience as a yoga teacher triggered a passion to help people improve pain, mobility and quality of life. | Community involvement | I provide educational presentations to the community on various orthopedic topics for all ages, such as bone health and injury prevention. | Personal interests | You can find me spending time with family and friends, practicing yoga, running, hiking and camping. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is straightforward: Provide you the same care I and my family would like to receive. Communication is key. Orthopedic conditions cannot only affect patients in the long term, but also can affect such day-to-day activities as walking the dog, picking up the kids or grandkids and being able to use the stairs. I provide individualized and specialized care to help you understand your pathology, so together we can optimize your care. Your time and trust are important to me. | Why I entered medicine | I had exposure to health care all my life. My dad’s dentist office was right across from my childhood home. I saw first-hand the patient interaction my dad had with his patients on a day-to-day basis. Throughout my undergraduate career, I met and became friends with one of my mentors at the University of Pittsburgh, who steered me toward a career in orthopedics. The intricate collaboration of biomechanics with the musculoskeletal system fascinated me. | Personal interests | I enjoy spending free time with my wife and dog as well as reading, outdoor activities, golf, football and exercising. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Tenosynovitis.

Philosophy of care | My approach is to treat you like my family member. I will listen to your problem, educate you about your condition and collaborate with you to make informed decisions about treatment options that optimize your function – helping you stay active and continue doing what you love. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to improve the quality of life for my patients by building lasting relationships and making a meaningful impact, not only on their lives, but also on the lives of their families and loved ones. | Personal interests | I take great pride in my family and strive every day to be the best husband and father I can be to my wife, son and daughter. In my free time, I enjoy staying active – whether playing basketball, working out at the gym or learning golf. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Endoscopy, and Knee Replacement.

Douglas A. Zaruta, MD, is an orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in conditions of the shoulder and knee. He performs open and arthroscopic surgical repair and reconstruction of torn ligaments, tendons and cartilage.|He has clinical expertise working with athletes at recreational, competitive and elite levels of play. However, Dr. Zaruta says he enjoys treating “any active person looking to restore mobility and function, whether they’re athletes, weekend warriors, performers, workers or hobbyists.”|Common shoulder conditions he treats includes shoulder dislocation, shoulder separation, labral tear, impingement, bursitis, rotator cuff tear and arthritis. He also treats common knee conditions, including meniscus tear, ACL injury, articular cartilage injury, patella dislocation and arthritis.|A former athlete himself, Dr. Zaruta is proud of his roots as an athletic trainer — which he describes as the foundation for his path to becoming a sports medicine surgeon. He has cared for high school, collegiate and professional athletes, including the Orlando City Soccer Club, Washington Nationals baseball team, Nazareth College ice hockey team and the University of Pittsburgh football, swimming/diving and women’s basketball teams.|Dr. Zaruta understands that each patient has unique needs and prides himself on taking a personalized and team approach to create treatment plans. “My goal is to empower my patients to become active participants in their recovery,” he says.|Having earned his master’s degree in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Zaruta was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society while in medical school at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton. He completed his fellowship training in orthopaedic sports medicine at Orlando Health. A native of the Back Mountain area of northeast PA, Dr. Zaruta is excited to be back home providing care to his community. In his spare time, he loves spending time with his wife, two children and other family and friends. He also enjoys running, biking and golfing. His top area of expertise is Osteoarthritis.

Dr. Lynott is a board-certified orthopaedic sports medicine physician. His interests include hip and knee arthritis geriatric fracture care, total joint replacement and the treatment of sports-related ankle injuries through arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and ankle fusion. Dr. Lynott attended Thomas Jefferson University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at National Naval Medical Center. Dr. Lynott is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic sports medicine. He is a native of Scranton.|Video: more from Dr. John Lynott, M.D. Dr. Lynott is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Fasciotomy.

Kathleen Ann Leinweber, MD, MA specializes in orthopaedic shoulder and elbow surgery, including shoulder arthroplasty (replacements), revision shoulder arthroplasty, shoulder fractures and sports injuries, rotator cuff and tendon injuries, elbow injuries, fractures and arthritis.|Dr. Leinweber attended Northwestern University, where she studied Molecular Biology, Genetics and Global Health. She earned a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Loyola University Chicago and her Medical Degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. She attended orthopaedic surgery residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in New Hampshire and has specialized fellowship training in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery from New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, MA.|Dr. Leinweber has a strong commitment to research, education, leadership, innovation and advocacy with clinical interests in complex shoulder arthroplasty, revision arthroplasty and upper extremity reconstruction. She has several book chapters and peer-reviewed publications in journals such as the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (JSES), the Journal of Arthroplasty and Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. She is an active member and holds leadership positions in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES). She serves as a peer reviewer for JSES and the Journal of the AAOS.|Dr. Leinweber is an active member of the American Orthopaedic Association (AOA), in which she has received advanced leadership training at the Resident Leadership Forum and Emerging Leaders Program. Her commitment to education is demonstrated in her involvement with the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery Residency and was awarded an annual award to attend the AAOS Educator’s Course to receive advanced training in resident education. Her top areas of expertise are Ewing Sarcoma, Spondylolisthesis, Hypermobile Joints, and Leg or Foot Amputation.

Aaron Wey is an Orthopedics specialist and a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Scranton, Pennsylvania. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, and Fasciotomy.

Charles Hubbard is an Orthopedics provider in Dickson City, Pennsylvania.

Edwin Malloy is an Orthopedics provider in Dickson City, Pennsylvania.

Joseph Cesare is an Orthopedics provider in Dickson City, Pennsylvania.