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Dr. Richard P Mackessy, MD
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Dr. Richard P Mackessy, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Overview

    Dr. Mackessy attended medical school at the University of Bologna, Italy and New Jersey Medical School. He achieved multiple residency programs to include: 2 yrs of General Surgery at St. Vincent’s and 3 yrs of Orthopedic Surgery at St. Luke’s Roosevelt. His then went on to complete a fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Mackessy has a special interest in Hand and Upper Extremity Problems, especially pitching and overhead athletic injuries.
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    Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise

    Orthopedic Surgeon

    Education & Training

    St Luke's -Roosevelt (Residency)

    St. Vincent's (Residency)

    Thomas Jefferson University (Fellowship)

    Other Degree - Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Board Certifications

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Medical Conditions Treated

    conditions treated by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. Richard Mackessy, may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mackessy's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.

    Medical Procedures Performed

    procedures performed by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. Richard Mackessy, may include:

    Orthopedic Consultation, Spinal Cord Surgery, Arthroscopy, Orthopedic Follow Up, Spinal Cord Tumor, Spine Specialist Consultation, Spine Specialist Follow Up, Vertebroplasty, Musculoskeletal Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Orthopedic Brace, Spinal Cord Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Cord Second Opinion, Laminectomy, Knee Surgery, Hip Surgery, Hand Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Knee Replacement Surgery, Hip Replacement Surgery, Hip and Knee Surgery Consultation, Hip and Knee Surgery Follow Up, Orthopedic Reconstruction Consultation, Hand and Wrist Reconstruction, Orthopedic Reconstruction Follow Up, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Total Shoulder Replacement, Cartilage Transplantation, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Osteotomy, Ligament Reconstruction, Orthopedic Trauma Follow Up, Deformity Correction (Post Trauma), Joint Contracture Release, Limb Reconstruction, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Surgery, Spine Immobilization, Allograft Reconstruction, Nail Cement Spacer Reconstruction, Prosthetics, Osteotomy, Head and Neck Reconstruction, Fingers Reconstruction, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Spinal Infusions, Kyphoplasty, Partial Knee Replacement, Casting and Splinting, Revisional Hip Replacement Surgery, Revisional Knee Replacement Surgery, Limb Lengthening and Realignment, Spinal Cord Surgery Consultation, Orthopedic Second Opinion, Independent Medical Exam (Orthopedic), Orthopedic Consultation (Spine), Orthopedic Follow Up (Spine), Diskectomy / Discectomy, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation Consultation, Arthrodesis, Arthropathy, Orthopedic Consultation (Ankle), Orthopedic Follow Up (Ankle), Ankle Second Opinion, Knee arthroscopy, Hip arthroscopy, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Follow up and Viscosupplementation

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mackessy's office.

    Insurances

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

    • Bravo Health

    • Cigna

    • Medicare

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    Locations

    Union County Orthopaedic Group

    210 W Saint Georges Ave

    Fl 2

    Linden, NJ 07036

    (908) 486-1111

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    Union County Orthopaedic Group

    1139 Raritan Rd Ste 202

    Clark, NJ 07066

    (732) 388-1761

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Dr. Richard Mackessy accepting new patients?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Mackessy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Mackessy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mackessy's office at (908) 486-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    Does Dr. Richard Mackessy offer telehealth appointments?

    Please contact Dr. Mackessy's office at (908) 486-1111 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which language(s) does Dr. Richard Mackessy speak?

    Dr. Richard Mackessy speaks English.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Mackessy have?

    Dr. Richard Mackessy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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