Robert Ruggiero Jr., M.D.
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Hammer Toe: What Causes It and How It’s Treated
Have you ever slipped on your favorite pair of shoes only to feel an unexpected pinch or pressure in your toes? Or maybe a simple walk around the block leaves you dealing with discomfort that seems out of proportion to the activity. For many people, these everyday...
Can Physical Therapy Prevent the Need for Spine Surgery?
The mere mention of “spine surgery” is often enough to send a shiver down anyone’s back. The fact that you would be undergoing an invasive procedure on such a vital part of your body is intimidating enough, but it also conjures up worries about long recovery times,...
When Is Surgery Recommended for Bunions?
Bunions often start as a small bump at the base of the big toe. At first, it may seem like a minor cosmetic concern or occasional annoyance when wearing tighter shoes. Over time, however, that bump can become increasingly painful, swollen, and inflamed. While many...
SPECIALTIES
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Spine
EDUCATION/TRAINING
- Undergraduate — Duke University
- M.D. — Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
- Internship — Hahnemann University School of Medicine
- Residency — Allegheny University Hospital
- Fellowship in Spinal Surgery — Neurosurgical Group Indianapolis
CERTIFICATION
- Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
INTERESTING FACTS
Dr. Ruggiero Jr. is an avid squash player who has helped coach his children to national championships.