Dr. Joseph Blanda, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Akron, OH and has been practicing for 27 years. He graduated from University Of Pittsburgh / Main Campus in 1985 and specializes in orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and more.Read his story
BLANDA ORTHOPEDICS AND PHYSICAL THERAPY
2383 S Main St Ste D106
Akron, OH 44319
(330) 785-9356
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- AultCare Insurance Company
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Coventry Health Care
- Golden Rule
- Humana
- Medical Mutual of Ohio
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Top Care Areas
See how frequently Dr. Blanda performs your care needs compared to other doctors.
Osteoarthritis
very high
more than 96% of peers
Knee Disorders
very high
more than 96% of peers
Osteoarthritis of Knee
very high
more than 95% of peers
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Dr. Blanda's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Blanda "We value your trust in our care. Our experienced staff will personally answer your phone calls even during lunch time. Each team member has over ten years experience in healthcare and will greet you with a smile. Your time is valuable so we pride ourselves in short wait times. Your appointment can be scheduled within 24 hours. Our office is centrally located and has easy access with minimal walking distance. We acknowledge that healthcare is expensive and we pledge to help you get the most out of your dollar by providing you with cost-efficient options. No need for excessive co-pays as we strive to get you better quickly and permanently. There is NO FACILITY FEE at Blanda Orthopedics."
Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Blanda "At Blanda Orthopedics and Physical Therapy we understand that your pain or injury is important. Dr Blanda will provide you with an understandable explanation of your problem and discuss treatment options. We will use an integrative approach to get you back to to your previous level of activity."
3 Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Physical Therapy
- Sports Medicine
1 Board Certifications
- Orthopedic SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*
79 Conditions Treated
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
- Ataxia
- Back Pain
- Baker’s Cyst
- Bone Disorders
- Broken Arm
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Clavicle Fracture
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- De Quervain's Disease
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Difficulty With Walking
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Sprain
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
- Femur Fracture
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Fracture
- Foot Sprain
- Fracture
- Gait Abnormality
- Gout
- Hand Conditions
- Hand Fracture
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Fracture
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Pain
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Sprain
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Runner's Knee
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Systemic Chondromalacia
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Trigger Finger
Less
21 Procedures
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Fracture Care
- Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Joint Drainage
- Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement Revision
- Knee Surgery
- Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Steroid Injection
- Trigger Finger Release
- Trigger Point Injection
- Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Background Check
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- St. Vincent CollegeUndergraduate School | Graduated 1980
- University Of Pittsburgh / Main CampusMedical School | Graduated 1985
- Akron City Hospital Summa Health SystemInternship Hospital | Completed 1986
- Akron City HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 1990
- Pennsylvania State University / College Of MedicineFellowship Hospital | Completed 1991
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
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