Knee Specialist
I need recommendations for an orthopedic knee doctor in Hackettstown. I had previously seen, and really liked, Dr. Dundon at the Orthopedic Institute on Bilby Road, but discovered this morning that he is no longer there.
I had switched to Dr. Dundon several years ago because of no success with the Skyland's Ortho place. I was very pleased with the results at the Orthopedic Institue but would just like some thoughts some of you may have or opinions of the doctors there.
Lonesome Dove 
Kelly O'Brien I see Dr. Gutkin at the Orthopedic Institute, and he's great, but his specialty is back and spine. Dr. Sayde specializes in knees, and a friend thought he was really good too. They also have a few other knee specialists. Best of luck!
Rob
Rob Durana Thank you, Kelly. I did find him online, but I don't want to drive that distance.
Hoppy 
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Luca2 I go to Parsippany or Morristown, just got the gel, it's better. Have been doing shoulder for a few years. All as good as it gets. Guy is real plain and simple and I have complete trust that he will not suggest more advanced options until it is time.
babbit 
Hammer Ten years ago my left knee was very painful - the cure was a total knee replacement. I made the appointment but started taking large daily doses of glucosamine sulfate with chondroitin sulfate. Slowly the knee recovered and I was able to walk approximately 5 miles a day again. I cancelled the total knee replacement. After a motorcycle accident 3 years ago the right knee followed suit and currently is recovering. The left knee is fine now. I still take the supplements at high dosages.
I know people who swear that the knee replacement as a Godsend and others that are never pain free again. The glucosamine sulfate supplement seems to lubricate the joints - I can tell when I try to taper off the high dosage.
Replacing the entire joint when the cartilage is torn seems like Civil War surgery yet I see it prescribed for elderly people in poor health near the end of their life. I would explore other options first.
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