Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Arthroscopy | Orthopedic Surgery | Repetitive Motion Injury | Sports Injuries | Sports Medicine
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Arthroscopy | Orthopedic Surgery | Repetitive Motion Injury | Sports Injuries | Sports MedicineI am driven by a passion for providing patient-centered care with the ultimate goal of restoring individuals to the activities they love, enabling them to embrace life to the fullest again. I am an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at St. Luke’s University Health Network. I love to treat all types of orthopedic injuries in all areas of the body with the patient’s best interest in mind. With a specialized focus on sports-related injuries of the upper and lower extremities, I am dedicated to performing minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures to manage tendon, ligament and labrum injuries and perform open ligament reconstructions, cartilage procedures, shoulder replacements and fracture care of the upper and lower extremities.
I was born and raised in northern New Jersey and have spent a great deal of time in the Lehigh Valley. I completed my undergraduate degree at Moravian University, where I was a four-year collegiate basketball player. I started my medical training at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. I then traveled to Providence, RI, where I completed my orthopedic residency at Brown University. I stayed at Brown University for an orthopedic trauma fellowship, treating patients at Rhode Island Hospital, one of the busiest trauma centers in New England. While in Rhode Island, I helped care for the Brown University athletic teams and the Providence Bruins (Boston Bruins minor league affiliate). Finally, I completed my orthopedic training at Duke University with a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. During my time in Durham, I served as assistant team physician for all the Duke University and North Carolina Central University athletic teams and high schools in the area.
Outside work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, outdoor activities, playing golf and basketball and attending sporting events of all levels.
school Education
Medical School
- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 2016
Residency
- Rhode Island Hospital, 2016 - 2021
Fellowship
- Duke University Medical Center, 2022 - 2023
Fellowship
- Rhode Island Hospital, 2021 - 2022
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“Dr. O'Donnell was extremely professional and knowledgeable.”
July 1, 2025
“Great experience the Ma and Pa were excellent. The doctor was concering,explaining everything tome with options for treatment and very thorough. I had relief the next day. Vert happy with this provider.”
June 27, 2025
“Good doctor and overall staff”
June 24, 2025
“Doctor Ryan O'Donnell is an excellent physician. He initially treated me for an arthritic shoulder and later performed surgery when I fell and broke my femur. I highly recommend doctor O'Donnell. He is very professional, knowledgeable, courteous and has a wonderful bedside manner.”
June 21, 2025
“Everything about this visit was perfect. The entire staff and doctor were courteous and professional.”
June 15, 2025
“Excellent Provider & Staff.”
June 14, 2025
“None at this time. All went well”
June 14, 2025
“Had thorough exam of knee with explanation of injury and recommendations on how to help with recovery”
June 9, 2025
“Everyone was very friendly and professional.”
June 9, 2025
“Always a pleasant and a great office when I visit. Staff and especially this doctor are fantastic. Highly recommend!”
June 7, 2025
“I've seen Dr. O'Donnell for a few things. Most recently for a recurring shoulder issue. I've had 2 prior rotator cuff surgeries and have been having pain off and on. Dr. O'Donnell and his team listened to me, gave me things to try, had me have an MRI and went over the results with me. I trust him and his team 100%. It's nice to have a doctor who understands and listens to what you are saying. I'll be having surgery with Dr. O'Donnell.”
May 19, 2025
“Everyone was very knowledgeable and professional”
May 19, 2025
“This appointment was validating. Have been in chronic pain for several months now. Dr O'Donald gave me answers that gave me peace of mind. He knew exactly what it was. And gave me a path to healing.”
May 17, 2025
“All of the staff were fantastic. HUGE thank you to Amy for getting me in immediately!”
May 10, 2025
“Overall visit was great. They answered all my questions and put me at ease”
May 4, 2025
“Dr. Is my physician for this medical condition and is very clear in communication and appropriate treatment!”
May 4, 2025
“Ryan O'Donnell, MD and staff wereVery attentive everyone”
April 28, 2025
“Doctor odonell is an great doctor he is so sweet ,compassionate, caring,and is very patient. He listen and will explain things to you if you dont understand .”
April 27, 2025
“I had my bike accident and Dr O'Donnell and team saw me at the hospital. Did my surgery, etc. My follow up from surgery they took all the time to answer all my questions and explain things to me. I had hoped I would never had to meet this way but they are excellent and I appreciate their care.”
April 26, 2025
“Very caring doctor”
April 23, 2025
“Excellent visit. Provider attentive and explained his diagnosis very well.”
April 22, 2025
“Dr. O'Donnell was kind,patient and friendly. I had a lot of pain in my knee and he and his assistant were mindful when examining and x raying”
April 17, 2025
“Dr. O'Donnell is a very good doctor and I would recommend him to anyone”
April 17, 2025
“I was delighted to get an appointment so quickly and I'm extremely grateful for scheduling my surgery so quickly as well. I'm absolutely delighted with this doctor and his entire staff.”
April 15, 2025
“Everyone was good asking questions, getting me to exray, and back to my Dr. Pretty quickly.”
April 14, 2025
“Everyone was very pleasant and helpful every time I went to this office. The Doctor is fantastic and I have recommended him to everyone.”
April 7, 2025
“Dr O'Donnell was very through and confident in my treatment. The staff was very pleasant and efficient.”
April 7, 2025
“Dr. O'Donnell is great. He has replaced not only my shoulder, but those of 3 other members of my American Legion Post. I recommended Dr. O'Donnell to the last two who had their shoulders replaced.”
April 7, 2025
“Dr and the stuff was so great thank you”
April 6, 2025
“Timely visit everyone courteous”
March 30, 2025
“Everyone at this facility was very kind helpful and professional”
March 24, 2025
“Dr. O'Donnell was very helpful and knowledgeable.”
March 23, 2025
“Excellent organized office”
March 21, 2025
“Always a good visit with Dr. O'Donnell. Making sure that he explains thoroughly my condition.”
March 17, 2025
“Everything at this office is great they are very helpful and friendly”
March 17, 2025
“I was upset when Dr N. left but Dr O'Donnell does just as good his job and he's just as courteous and presents himself very well”
March 16, 2025
“Very professional and courteous with very humble and eager to help”
March 9, 2025
“Doctor and staff always interact with respect and compassion.”
March 7, 2025
“Best Doctor I've ever met in this matter. Took everything seriously like I always wanted. Super grateful to him he got me a shot in my hip. Wow the difference is huge! Thank you, and thanks st Luke's!”
March 4, 2025
“Would highly recommend this doctor and staff.”
February 27, 2025
“Excellent”
February 21, 2025
“What an incredible experience! Everyone was polite, helpful and so nice! I appreciated the answers they had for all my questions! I really appreciate the time they took with me.”
February 21, 2025
“Always pleasant. My condition has improved greatly.”
February 17, 2025
“Dr. O'Donnell demonstrates respect and understanding for my concerns. He administered the Injection very skillfully.”
February 5, 2025
“I found Dr O'Donnell very helpful, and understanding.”
January 31, 2025
“This was my first visit with Dr O'Donnell he was Polite, Professional and very personable- which led to Informative exchange about my Issues. He listened to what I had to say and addressed all of my concerns. I found him to be very knowledgeable and willing to explain anything I did not understand. I Have confidence in his rehab plan and the alternative if it dose not go the way he thinks it will. I was very impressed with Dr. O'Donnell and I feel he will provide the best treatment for me”
January 20, 2025
“The service was excellent, and I was home in less than an hour. Care well done!”
January 18, 2025
“Very friendly staff, doctor's, nurses etc...always a pleasure going there”
January 18, 2025
“Everything with my visit with Ryan O'Donnell, MD went as well as it possibly could.”
January 16, 2025
“It was a very good experience everyone was friendly and helpful with visit to Ryan O'Donnell, MD”
January 14, 2025
“Dr. O'Donnell and his staff are excellent!”
January 6, 2025
“Wonderful doc, Ryan O'Donnell, MD office, staff”
December 21, 2024
“Well cant say enough Dr. O'Donnell very needed paperwork for my job M. did a great job on filing it out and faxing it great job thanks to her and the staff”
December 19, 2024
“Ryan O'Donnell, MD and Everyone was very professional and attentive. A wonderful experience.”
December 9, 2024
“Very good”
November 29, 2024
“Appointment to be seen was much quicker than I expected; the entire staff from phone call to finish were very pleasant, never felt rushed with any of them. They all seem to really enjoy their jobs.”
November 29, 2024
“Doctor Ryan O'Donnell, MD is an amazing doctor ,he is very through doctor caring ,compassionate, and takes the time to talk to you an explain things to you .”
November 25, 2024
“I got excellent care from Ryan O'Donnell, MD”
November 19, 2024
“My visit with Ryan O'Donnell, MD was very informative. Dr. Very pleasant.”
November 17, 2024
“Ryan O'Donnell, MD and The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and asked all my questions. I have and will continue recommending them to friends and family.”
November 16, 2024
“Dr O'Donnell showed me pictures to illustrate my condition. He also gave me a clear description of my treatment options so I could make an informed decision about dealing with my injury”
November 11, 2024
“I am Always appreciative of Ryan O'Donnell, MD the entire StLukes System''. The providers always provide quality care and I hear from many many other people that they feel the same way about St. Luke's system”
November 9, 2024
“Dr O'Donnell is a gentle professional .His skill to alleviate my shoulder pain is greatly appreciated.”
November 4, 2024
“Ryan O'Donnell, MD Excellent provider for orthopedic care”
November 4, 2024
“Dr Ryan O'Donnell, MD remembered me and my situation though I had not seen him in over 18 months”
October 29, 2024
“St Luke's is the best. Dr O Donnell is great he made my shoulders pain free and perfect I love this place”
October 28, 2024
“Open discussion about the shoulder status with Ryan O'Donnell, MD”
October 26, 2024
“All went well!”
October 25, 2024
“Lovely office experience. Nicest staff, Dr and great location Office is clean, spacious and inviting. Can actually look forward to a visit to this Phillipsburg Ortho office.”
October 25, 2024
“Everything went well with Ryan O'Donnell, MD”
October 21, 2024
“I use to go to Hunterdon Medical Center. I started with a different doctor and he was WONDERFUL!! DR. O Donnelll is WONDERFUL!! I have been slowly changing all my Drs over to St Luke's. All my surgeries so far have been as easy as one could pray for. Other then this visit you can call me. But I love this office and this Dr.! Outstanding”
October 18, 2024
5.0 RATING
“My 1st visit with this Doctor. Very nice, listened and went over my previous surgeries. Understood everything. Glad he's my new doctor!”
July 21, 2025