Michael Hendel, MD
4.7 out of 5
(131)
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St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Kutztown
St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Bethlehem
My goal is to get injured patients of all ages back to playing sports by delivering the highest quality care and combining nonoperative and modern surgical techniques. My practice expertise includes the minimally invasive and reconstructive treatment of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and ankle. As a former collegiate athlete, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and demands encountered by athletes at all levels and ages.
I am a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. I am board certified in orthopedic surgery and received subspecialty boards certification in sports medicine.
I am a former assistant team physician for the National Football League (NFL) New York Giants. During my surgical residency and fellowship, I was involved in the care of players on the New York Mets, New York Rangers, New York Knicks, New York Red Bulls, the Brooklyn Nets and the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA). I have authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, including ones published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and Bone and Joint Surgery.
I grew up in a large family in the Midwest, playing college football and baseball. I received my undergraduate degree from Bethel University, in St. Paul, MN, my doctorate in cardiovascular physiology from the University of Minnesota and my medical degree from the Cleveland Clinic College of Medicine. I completed my orthopedic residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, ranked the #1 orthopedic residency in the country. I furthered my education by completing a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, playing ice hockey and golf, fishing and being outdoors.
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Sports Injuries
- Repetitive Motion Injury
Expertise
- Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 2012
Residency
Hospital for Special Surgery, 2012 - 2017
Fellowship
Hospital for Special Surgery, 2017 - 2018
This provider has 28 total patient reviews
“Dr. Hendel was thorough, professional and understanding. He did refer me to a different orthopedic doctor in the practice for further evaluation.”
6/14/2024
“Caring and compassionate informative”
5/22/2024
“Was impressed with the provider and the PA”
5/18/2024
“Dr. Hendel was kind, listened thoroughly and answered all of my questions.”
5/17/2024
“Everything EXCELLENT SERVICE”
4/30/2024
“Everyone was very nice.”
4/19/2024
“Great team at this practice. Discussed my options, talked to the practitioners quickly, got a good understanding of my issue, and resulted in scheduling according to my needs. Everyone involved was on top of all the details. Very impressed.”
4/8/2024
“Very good”
4/4/2024
“The beast team of health care, Dr hendel so humbled and respectful listening to everything, taking the time to care and make sure I was ok, the team and Joanna who's my nurse I wouldn't change them for nothing they deserve recognition with the way they care about patients, not even Lehigh valley has a team like this one thank you for my surgery and taking care of me much blessings for all of you and thanks again.”
4/3/2024
“This was my first time seeing doctor handle. My first impression of the team was very well handled. It was greatly appreciated. Have a great day”
2/29/2024
“Doctor was very friendly and knowledgeable. Answered all my questiond”
2/26/2024
“I was pleased, they treated me and put me at ease.”
2/20/2024
“Dr. Hendel has always been very knowledgeable and helpful during my follow up surgery appointments. I would definitely use him again and recommend him to anyone who needs shoulder surgery.”
2/19/2024
“Pleasant knowledgeable dr. & staff.”
1/22/2024
“He is an excellent surgeon who cares about his patients. Was so glad I had him for my shoulder repair..”
1/20/2024
“Excellent facility and pleasant staff.”
12/4/2023
“Terrific dr and practice. Thank you!”
11/20/2023
“Recvd injection in knee Dr professional and informative. Knee is doing great since injection. Ty”
11/17/2023
“The doctor and his assistant, (Name), were very understanding, helpful and professional. I was very impressed with their knowledge and thoughtfulness.”
11/14/2023
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“I went to my chart and scheduled the appointment for the very next day. I received a phone call asking what was hurting to make sure this was the correct Dr to see, which was appreciated. I filled out the info for upcoming appointment on my chart so when I got to the office, I was already checked in. The nurse that took my blood pressure and went over my medical chart with me was very pleasant. She walked me down to get the xray of my knee, and came and hot me when I was done. The xray tech was excellent, explained each thing she was doing .Dr Hendel looked at my xray and explained what was going on and why I was in pain. He suggested different treatment options. He looked at my knee and examined it, asking me about pain I felt. He sent a prescription over to CVS for me. I Was very comfortable with Dr. Hendel and would highly recommend this orthopedic practice. He helped me very much”
6/21/2024