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Dr. Michael Distefano, MD

Dr. Michael Distefano, MD

Hip & Knee Orthopedics*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Distefano, MD is an orthopedic hip & knee surgery specialist in Paramus, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Valley Hospital and Hackensack University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

140 N State Rt 17 Ste 255 Paramus, NJ 07652
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(201) 261-5501

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Distefano is affiliated with Valley Hospital Ridgewood, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Distefano specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Distefano's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Distefano

4.1

36 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
72%
72%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • 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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Anastasia – Jun 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 24, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Andrew Butka in Paramus, NJ – Feb 22, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jaime Westervelt in New Milford , NJ – Dec 03, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 24, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Peter Lundy in Allendale, NJ – Jun 14, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Haledon, NJ – Mar 31, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sondra Rosenthal in Cresco, Pa – Jan 28, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
JLal in Caldwell, NJ – Jan 27, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Noreen R. in Secaucus, NJ – Nov 22, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Susan Makowsky in Edison, NJ – Jul 29, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hackensack, NJ – Jul 02, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sonia M in Ramsey, NJ – Mar 24, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
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RB in West New York, NJ – Feb 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

At NJJC, you're in the hands of an elite surgeon that's focused on you. Dr. Michael Distefano applies his knowledge and advanced training with personalized, precision medicine to apply a customized, progressive approach to your health enabling...read more

biography

Dr. Michael Distefano is a board certified, fellowship trained Orthopaedic surgeon.  Dr. Michael Distefano is a former aerospace engineer who earned his M.D. from Albert Einstein College of Medicine & fellowship in trauma from Montefiore....read more

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

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  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977

  • National Polytechnic Institute

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Michael Distefano M.D. P.A.140 N State Rt 17 Ste 255 Paramus, NJ 07652
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Valley Hospital

    223 N Van Dien Ave
    Ridgewood, NJ 07450
    Recipient of 48
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave
    Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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