Dr. Paul Fadale, MD is an orthopedic sports medicine surgery specialist in Providence, RI and has been practicing for 31 years. He graduated from University At Buffalo State University Of New York School Of Medicine in 1981 and specializes in orthopedic sports medicine, sports medicine, and more.Read his story
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- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Neighborhood Health Plan
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Top Care Areas
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Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
very high
more than 99% of peers
Knee Dislocation
very high
more than 97% of peers
Knee Disorders
very high
more than 96% of peers
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Dr. Fadale's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Fadale "Dr. Paul Fadale is Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief of Sports Medicine at the Alpert Medical School of Brown Universiy and Sports Medicine Fellowship Director. Dr. Fadale is a board certified trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine specializing in knee and shoulder injuries. Dr. Fadale is the Head Team Physician for the Providence Bruins Professional Hockey Team, Brown University Athletics and previously the U.S. Figure Skating Finals. He has taught and lectured at AO (trauma), AANA (arthroscopy) , AOSSM (sports medicine) and AAOS (orthopaedic surgery) surgical educational courses. He is a "Top Doc" in Sports Medicine winner for the state of Rhode Island. "
3 Specialties
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
2 Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Sports MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*
- Orthopedic SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*
41 Conditions Treated
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Clavicle Fracture
- De Quervain's Disease
- Foot Conditions
- Fracture
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Joint Pain
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Knee Ligament Rupture
- Knee Sprain
- Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
- Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
- Meniscus Tear
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Patella Tendon Tears
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Quadriceps Tendon Tears
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Runner's Knee
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Injuries
- Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Labral Tear
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Torn Cartilage
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20 Procedures
- Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
- ACL Surgery
- Ankle Fracture Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
- Fracture Care
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Cartilage Repair
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Knee Surgery
- Knee Tendon Repair
- Lateral Meniscus Repair
- Meniscus Surgery
- Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) of Ankle Fracture
- Quadriceps Tendon Repair
- Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Reconstruction
- Shoulder Surgery
Background Check
Malpractice Claims not available
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- University At Buffalo State University Of New York School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1981
- Ri Hosp/brown UniversityInternship Hospital | Completed 1983
- Ri Hosp/brown UniversityResidency Hospital | Completed 1987
- A/o Intl SwitzFellowship Hospital | Completed 1987
- Union Memorial HospitalFellowship Hospital | Completed 1988
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
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Dr. Fadale accepts 11 insurance carriers
- AetnaChoice Plus POS II
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of MassachusettsPreferred Blue PPO
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOLocalPlusOpen Access Plus
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health CareHarvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
- Neighborhood Health Plan
- Tufts Health PlanTufts PPO
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