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Dr. Michael Sclafani, MD

Dr. Michael Sclafani, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Sclafani, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Toms River, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1988. He is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

226 Route 37 W Toms River, NJ 08755

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Dr. Sclafani's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sclafani

4.3
39 ratings, 24 with a written review
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Both my husband and I have use Dr. Sclafani. He is kind, compassionate, and listens to you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Maureen Bontempo – Jun 21, 2024
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Dr Sclafani did my shoulder surgery 2 years ago with much success. I went in for an X-ray out of concern I may have over done it. He reassured me everything was fine! He is one of the most compassionate drs I’ve ever seen. Never rushes you & always listens to all of your questions. Best guy & fantastic surgeon!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol B – May 11, 2024
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Knee
Easy check in. Diagnosed my injury 1st visit. Great staff and doctor interaction.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 08, 2024
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First visit
I went to Dr. Sclafani for shoulder pain. He was friendly, knowledgeable and prompt. I had a great visit with relief of my pain. I highly recommend Dr Sclafani!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 26, 2024
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Outstanding Dr
I went to dr Sclafani for a second opinion on my broken shoulder. As soon as I met with him he listened to what my issues were. After listening he concurred with first opinion but said that I needed a mri to see if any other issues. Something first dr refused to do.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2023
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Bandu Garber RN
His friendliness and listening communication skills. Very knowledgeable in his field. I always leave his office very happy about my visit
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bandu Garber – Jul 28, 2023
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Super happy with visit
The PA was super helpful and listened carefully. Great explanation of my condition. Received two cortisone shots and I’m feeling great. Dr. Scalfani was kind and upbeat.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laura D – Jun 24, 2023
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My first time meeting Dr. Sclafani. He’s full of energy, very welcoming also very kind and caring. He explained things well and spent time with me. Visit went very well!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 16, 2023
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Prompt, friendly
Great experience. Office is prompt. Dr. Sclafani and his staff are professional and friendly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 20, 2023
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Dr Sclafani was friendly, courteous, knowledgeable and efficient. He homed in on the problem quickly, presented me with the treatment options, and helped me come to an informed decision. The treatment worked very well. Thank you to Dr Sclafani and the whole office!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 2023
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Compassionate
This was my first time meeting Dr. Sclafani . He is great. He’s so compassionate and easy-going and really cares about his patients. He takes his time with you and explains things so well and doesn’t rush things. I’m so glad I found him. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rita Strobel – Mar 25, 2023
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The entire experience from check-in to in-house X-rays to time with the PA and Dr. Scalafani was excellent. This is a well oiled machine! Dr Scalafani was warm, caring, explained things well, provided options and mapped out a very understandable game plan. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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WT – Mar 14, 2023
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Very competent! Both CJ and Dr Sclafani
I’ve been treated by both CJ and Dr Sclafani many times. They are both very caring and interested! I’m still body building at 73 yrs because of their knowledge and expertise !! Billy L
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Billy L – Jan 18, 2023
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A game
On thier A game . No wait. Seen immediately at front desk although busy . 5 minutes saw PA then Dr Sclafani. Doctor and all staff knowledgeable courteous and professional . In an out in around 30 minutes for first visit . I did prefill paperwork online which helps ,
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 14, 2023
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Torn rotator cuff. Dr said he would not know if repairable until he did surgery. 2 other specialist said no repair was possible that I needed a superior capsule reconstruction. Even my PT person agreed. Dr Scalfani and his physician assistant would have put me through surgery with no success and then tell me I needed a reverse shoulder replacement. He also does not do the allograft reconstruction but I guess he gets paid for what he knows how to do. Can’t begin to say how grateful I am for research and getting other opinions. I would have gone through all that for nothing!!! Please do your research and get second & third opinions. Can’t believe I almost went through with this with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 24, 2021
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This doctor was the only medical professional who had no idea about the effect of cortisone injection on blood sugar. As a Diabetic this had a major impact on my blood sugar for several days and this “doctor” did not recognize the impact of this drug as a real issue. Never again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 20, 2021
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I would not recommend Dr. Scaifani . He appeared arrogant and uninterested in me as a patient. His assistant was more like my doctor .as he explained the MRI results. When Dr. Sclafani entered the room, he took only about 2 to 3 minutes to give a very brief opinion without an encouraging remark and left the building for lunch.,
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Belmar, NJ – Oct 17, 2017
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Very unprofessional. Have severe pain in my arm, went for an MRI, set up an appointment. Due to traffic, I was 15 minutes late and he wasn't there. His staff didn't call me and I never experienced a doctor leaving after 15 minutes. The staff tried to call him and he didn't answer the phone. He doesn't care about patients...its all about the money. I strongly suggest to go to a different doctor that cares and does the right thing. I never had such a bad experience like this before.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Rick in Avenel, NJ – Aug 23, 2017
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Great doc. I'm back on golf course after knee surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Salvatore in Parsippany, NJ – Oct 21, 2016
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My right shoulder hurt for 5 years . After seeing Dr sclafani and getting it injected it has never been better .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Peter A in Wall nj – Oct 19, 2016
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Dr. Michael Sclafani, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Toms River, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1988. He is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • American Sports Medicine Institute Birmingham Al

    Fellowship Hospital
  • American Sports Med Institute

    Residency Hospital
  • Bellevue Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice

Personal Best Chiropractic226 Route 37 W Toms River, NJ 08755
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Practice

The Dermatology Clinic2315 Highway 34 Manasquan, NJ 08736
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Endoscopy Center of Red Bank365 Broad St Red Bank, NJ 07701
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    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sun: 9:00am - 4:00pm
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