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Dr. Steven Stecker, MD

Dr. Steven Stecker, MD

Sports Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Stecker, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Dover, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Morristown Medical Center and Saint Clare's Denville Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

600 Mount Pleasant Ave Dover, NJ 07801

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Stecker specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Stecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stecker

4.0
25 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
72%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
4%
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2 star
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1 star
24%
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Excellent, caring physician. I have seen him for many years. Willing to spend time with you when needed. Had my right hip replaced with no issues. Very reasonable regarding trying therapies and not immediately jumping to surgery. I have had no billing issues or other issues with the clerical staff.
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
Helpful
Oct 30, 2021
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My daughter was under his care for a knee injury sustained during a soccer tournament. He was never completely sure of the diagnosis from the beginning, performed a knee arthroscopy and still was undecided as to what the medical issue was....even after several post-surgical follow up visits. He did not and, apparently, could not properly diagnose and treat this sports injury. Dr. Stecker left her in constant pain with a diminished lifestyle. I do not have confidence in him as a doctor and if, as an athlete, you feel that you want to seek a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th opinion then I urge you to do so. What is obvious to me is that Dr. Stecker appears to be very focused on collecting the small balance due him. I wish he had displayed the same degree of determination in resolving my daughter's injury. When a doctor cares more about the balance due him and is not concerned with the fact that he failed to achieve results then there's not a lot left to be said.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Catherine Montgomery – Mar 10, 2020
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He saw my mother in saint clares for a left broken ankle didnt even put her under any pain sedation and napple her ankle then put her rehab for 2 two months then saw her outpatient for 6 months then then office staff suddenly denial that he takes her insurance and she wanted to see a different surgeon months ago and they didnt let her now this morally and legally unethical dont go to this orthopedic surgeon
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
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jacqueline in rockaway – Jul 18, 2018
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Saw Dr.Stecker yesterday for a shoulder issue. Thorough, informative. Within 24 hours, almost pain free! Glad I went to this group!
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
Helpful
Vince in Rockaway – Mar 28, 2018
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I meet with Dr Stecker in February we started PT and I keep complaining about upper pain .- I throw my arm out in march . Between February and March couldn't fit me in !! Finally when I could get a appointment , he scheduled my surgery. Not compassionate about at all .... Mid April I had my surgery, didn't see me before I left the hospital,had a appointment 3 days later ( in a lot of pain ) 3 weeks still pain can't get appointment for another week ! Lol told if pain is bad go to the E.R !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Sparta, NJ – May 16, 2017
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This Doctor is the best. I had my knees replaced and he did a great job and I am so happy.
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
Helpful
Thomas B. James in Succasunna, NJ, 07876 – Oct 04, 2016
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Excellent doctor / surgeon who takes the time to explain and looks for solutions prior to rushing to a surgery recommendation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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CJ H in Long Valley, NJ – Sep 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Steven Stecker, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Dover, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Morristown Medical Center and Saint Clare's Denville Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Sports Medicine

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Cleveland Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • Nyu Hospital For Joint Diseases

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Ny University School Of Med Ny University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1993
  • Franklin And Marshall College

    Undergraduate School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Eye Associates of North Jersey PA600 Mount Pleasant Ave Dover, NJ 07801
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Morristown Medical Center

    100 Madison Ave
    Morristown, NJ 07960
    Recipient of 55
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saint Clare's Denville Hospital

    25 Pocono Rd
    Denville, NJ 07834
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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