Summary

Melinda Smead specializes in orthopedic surgery, focusing on treating bone fractures and injuries that affect mobility and daily life. They have particular expertise in managing arm fractures, leg fractures, and ankle fractures, helping patients recover from traumatic injuries and return to their normal activities.

Smead practices at multiple Penn Medicine locations throughout the Philadelphia area, including facilities in Philadelphia, Berwyn, and Radnor, Pennsylvania. Their treatment approach includes physical therapy to restore movement and function after injury. They also incorporate strength training programs to help patients rebuild muscle and bone stability. Manual therapy techniques are part of their comprehensive care plan to improve healing and reduce recovery time.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 7 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Melinda J. Smead has 7 locations

Penn Musculoskeletal Center

3737 Market St Fl 7Philadelphia, PA 19104

Penn Orthopaedics Valley Forge

1001 Chesterbrook Boulevard Penn Medicine Valley ForgeBerwyn, PA 19312

Penn Orthopaedics Radnor

145 King of Prussia Road Penn Medicine RadnorRadnor, PA 19087

Penn Musculoskeletal Center - University City, 8th Floor

3737 Market Street Penn Medicine University City, 8th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Penn Orthopaedics Radnor

145 King of Prussia Rd Fl 3 Ste 305Radnor, PA 19087

Penn Orthopaedics Valley Forge

1001 Chesterbrook BlvdBerwyn, PA 19312

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Dr. Melinda J. SmeadEvan H. Crain, MDDr. Brian Galinat, MD, MBADr. J. Douglas Patterson, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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43 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PANewark , CENewark , DENewark , DE
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Virginia Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melinda J. Smead

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Keystone First - Medicare
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Well Sense Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melinda J. Smead has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melinda J. Smead has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Physician Assistant
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr. Melinda J. Smead holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Physician Assistant with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

NPI Number

Dr. Smead's NPI number is 1598097552.

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Where is Dr. Melinda Smead's office located?
Dr. Melinda Smead's office is located at 3737 Market St Fl 7, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.

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