John J. Marcel, MD, FAAOS, an Orthopedic Surgeon with Charlotte Orthopaedic Hospital

Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. John J. Marcel, who serves patients in Charlotte, North Carolina.

A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Marcel is affiliated with Charlotte Orthopaedic Hospital. With over ten years experience, he has become a leading figure in the field, offering a range of open and minimally invasive surgical techniques to assist athletes and active individuals in their recovery from orthopedic injuries and conditions. His expertise encompasses a wide spectrum of ailments, including bunions, hammertoes, foot and ankle arthritis, ankle sprains, Achilles tendinitis and ruptures, ankle replacement, and the correction of complex lower extremity deformities, among others.

Educated in the United States, the doctor graduated with his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2012. Following medical school, he pursued further specialized training through a rigorous residency program in Orthopaedic Surgery at Georgetown University Hospital, where he honed his surgical skills and developed a deep appreciation for orthopedic care. His year-long residency, which spanned from 2016 to 2017, laid the groundwork for his future success as an orthopedic specialist. Finally, he undertook a fellowship in Orthopaedic Ankle Foot at Union Memorial Hospital in 2018. 

As a testament to his success, Dr. Marcel is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.

Throughout his career, he has extended his dedication to patient care to the realm of research. His studies were focused on various critical topics, including the safe resumption of driving following lower extremity orthopedic surgery and minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery, among other areas. His commitment to advancing the field through research ensures that his patients receive the most up-to-date and effective treatments available.

Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.

Outside of practicing medicine, Dr. Marcel enjoys a fulfilling family life in Charlotte with his wife and two young daughters. They share a love for the outdoors, often spending quality time together golfing, grilling, and staying active.

Learn More About Dr. John J. Marcel:
Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/82686915-John-Marcel-Orthopedist, or through Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine – Cotswold, https://www.novanthealth.org/pf/providers/1487910832/john-marcel/about-me 

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