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Comprehensive Care for The Female Athlete

Female athletes should feel as comfortable as possible when receiving treatment for a sports injury.

Our all-female team of doctors specializes in the unique medical conditions and psychological pressures female athletes face and provides the empathetic perspective that female athletes deserve.

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Dr. Samara Friedman, MD, talks about advancing the roles of women in the orthopedic space.

Dr. Friedman, Head of The Center for the Female Athlete

Meet the Physicians of the Center for the Female Athlete

Samara Friedman

Samara
Friedman

MD, FAAOS
Anna Katsman

Anna
Katsman

MD, FAAOS
Alexandra D'Agostini

Alexandra
D’Agostini

MD
Dr. Sarah Stelma

Sarah
Stelma

MD, FAAOS
Dr. Jaime Morley

Jaime
Morley

PA-C, MS
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What Patients Are Saying
"Dr. Friedman is an excellent doctor, she took the time to completely diagnose my daughter. She is very knowledgeable and thorough. The office and the staff were also very welcoming and helpful. It’s very rare to find a place like this. Thanks!"
"Dr. D’Agostini did a great job of treating my daughter’s broken arm. She was professional, knowledgeable, and confident. She was concurrently sympathetic to a young girl’s realization of an early end to summer fun."
"The appointment went by really fast, the staff was very very kind and made my child feel safe while getting her cast regardless of the fact that she was nervous. Amazing place overall!!"
"Professional staff and clean environment. Doctor Stelma was very kid-friendly and compassionate. She did not rush our visit, explained everything, and answered all our questions and concerns. I highly recommend this pediatric orthopedist."

4.5 times

Female athletes are 4.5 times more likely to experience ACL injuries than males.

Source: orthobullets.com

Due to their unique anatomic and psychological differences, female athletes are at an increased risk of sustaining certain injuries compared to their male counterparts, especially during periods of rapid growth. Our highly credentialed physicians treat child and adolescent female athletes for the following injuries and orthopedic conditions:

  • Knee injuries, including ACL tears, meniscus tears, and knee cap dislocations
  • Shoulder and elbow injuries, including sprains, tears, dislocation, and instability
  • Hip injuries, including hip dysplasia, sprains, strains, impingement, and labral tears
  • Foot and ankle injuries, including ankle sprains
  • Scoliosis and other spine deformities
  • Fractures, ligament, and muscle/tendon injuries
  • Overuse and growth plate injuries, including osteochondritis dissecans
  • Knee injuries, including ACL tears, meniscus tears, and knee cap dislocations
  • Shoulder and elbow injuries, including sprains, tears, dislocation, and instability
  • Hip injuries, including hip dysplasia, sprains, strains, impingement, and labral tears
  • Foot and ankle injuries, including ankle sprains
  • Scoliosis and other spine deformities
  • Fractures, ligament, and muscle/tendon injuries
  • Overuse and growth plate injuries, including osteochondritis dissecans

These athletes are most susceptible during periods of rapid growth and with proper or timely interventions, many injuries can frequently be prevented.

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Becker's Spine Review

Our Center for the Female Athlete was recently featured in Becker’s Spine Review's: 5 Orthopedic Practices to Know.

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BEAR® (Bridge-Enhanced® ACL Restoration)

Young athletes who’ve suffered an ACL tear now have a new treatment option at TPOC. It’s called BEAR® (Bridge-Enhanced® ACL Restoration), an innovative, less invasive surgery to restore the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears in the knee. It is now available to our young patients and we can perform this procedure on patients as young as 14 years old.

Read more in our blog Exciting News! BEAR® is Now at The Pediatric Orthopedic Center.

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BEAR® is Now at The Pediatric Orthopedic Center

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the doctors at the Center for the Female Athlete at The Pediatric Orthopedic Center

Pictured from left to right: Jaime Morley PA-C, MS, Dr. Alexandra D'Agostini, Dr. Samara Friedman, Dr. Anna Katsman, Dr. Sarah Stelma

Having established trusted relationships with some of the best providers in the area, the Center for Female Athlete now offers its patients a list of recommended specialists, including but not limited to psychologists, nutritionists, adolescent medicine specialists, and endocrinologists, to ensure that your daughters receive the best possible care. Ask your doctor about our recommended provider list for female athletes at your next appointment!

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Know Before Your First Visit

Verify the date and time of your appointment. You may be required to complete new patient paperwork or provide personal information prior to being seen by your doctor. Please arrive approximately 30 minutes prior to your appointment time.

Confirm the address and location of your appointment. The Pediatric Orthopedic Center has four convenient locations in New Jersey. Confirm with the front desk staff the office location for your visit.

Be aware of travel issues and delays. Be mindful of any driving conditions, road construction detours and parking requirements to ensure you arrive for your appointment on time.

Urgent Care for Acute Injuries (Cedar Knolls)

Expert pediatric orthopedic care, no appointment needed. Our board-certified specialists are here to swiftly treat your child’s orthopedic needs, saving you time and worry.

Walk-In Hours Update

*Urgent and Acute Injuries Only during Urgent Care/Walk-in Clinic hours. To find out if your child’s injury qualifies for a walk-in visit, click here. (Walk-in fees may apply.)

Monday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Tuesday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Wednesday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Thursday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Friday:

Regular Hours: 8am-5pm
NO walk-in hours.

Saturday:

Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 10am-2pm

Sunday: Closed

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