J. Benjamin Smucker, MD

J. Benjamin Smucker, MD: A Dedicated Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon in Elkhart, Indiana

J. Benjamin Smucker, MD, is a renowned orthopedic sports medicine surgeon based in Elkhart, Indiana, USA. Dr. Smucker is board certified in orthopedics with a subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His expertise lies in joint replacement, knee injuries and conditions, shoulder injuries and conditions, sports medicine, and work injury care.

Training and Education

Dr. Smucker completed his medical degree at Indiana University School of Medicine and his residency in orthopedic surgery at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. He furthered his training with a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at the UHZ Sports Medicine Institute in Miami, Florida.

Skills and Competencies

Dr. Smucker’s skills and competencies include advanced surgical techniques in joint replacement, knee and shoulder surgery, and sports medicine. He is committed to evidence-based and quality surgical and nonsurgical orthopedic treatment, as evidenced by his service as the chairman of surgery and chairman of surgical review at Elkhart General Hospital.

Areas of Specialization

Dr. Smucker specializes in treating a range of orthopedic conditions, including joint pain and injuries, sports-related injuries, and work-related injuries. He has a strong commitment to patient care and has received numerous positive testimonials from his patients.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Smucker is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

Personal Interests

In his free time, Dr. Smucker enjoys spending time with his wife and three girls, watching soccer, cooking, music, and outdoor activities.

Patient Testimonials

Patients of Dr. Smucker have praised his dedication to patient care and his ability to explain procedures and treatment plans in detail. They have also noted his attentiveness to patient needs and his commitment to quality care.

Contact Information

To schedule an appointment with Dr. J. Benjamin Smucker, patients can contact OSMC at (574) 264-0791 or book an appointment online.