Karl R Blum, MD Orthopedic Surgery in Toms River, NJ
Karl Blum, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience providing expert care in Ocean County. He is fellowship trained in sports medicine, and has a passion for sports and comprehensive understanding of musculoskeletal/joint health.
He utilizes the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment, and when operative care is needed, he employs advanced surgical techniques designed to optimize outcomes, reduce recovery time, and facilitate a complete rehabilitation.
Dr. Blum earned his medical degree at UMDNJ- Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, and went on to successfully complete an internship and rigorous orthopedic surgery residency at SUNY Brooklyn. Then he pursued a fellowship in sports medicine at the Cincinnati Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center.
Beyond his surgical expertise, Dr. Blum is known for his unwavering dedication to his patients. Outside of his practice, he enjoys an active lifestyle that includes traveling, fitness, and golfing, and he cherishes time spent with his family.
Clinical Interests & Procedures:
Total Hip, Knee, and Shoulder Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
ACL Reconstruction
Rotator Cuff Repair
Fixation of Complex Fractures
Arthroscopic Surgery of the Knee & Shoulder
Management of Sports-Related Injuries
FAQ:
"How many years of experience do you have?"
Dr. Blum is a highly experienced orthopedic surgeon who has been providing expert care to patients in Ocean County for more than 25 years.
"What are some of the most common conditions you treat?"
Dr. Blum treats a full range of musculoskeletal and joint conditions. He commonly helps patients with sports-related injuries, complex fractures, and arthritis of the hip, knee, and shoulder that may require joint replacement.
"What is your approach for treating athletes?"
His specialized fellowship in sports medicine trained him to think beyond the operating room; the focus is not just on a successful surgery, but on the entire journey back to peak performance. This means he selects the most modern and effective surgical procedures available.
“What insurance do you take?”
The following insurances are accepted: Aetna, Cigna, Claritev, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ), Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon NJ Health), Karna WTC, MagnaCare, Medicaid, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans, Railroad Medicare, TRICARE, United Healthcare (UHC), UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Community Plan, and Wellpoint.
‘Where are you located?”
Dr. Blum is located at HMH-Orthopedics: 530 Lakehurst Road, Suite 101 Toms River, NJ, 08755-8063,
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