
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Cooper University Hospital
About Michael J Franco
Professional Statement
Michael J. Franco, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and hand surgeon at Cooper University Health Care. His expertise is in congenital and pediatric hand surgery, reconstructive surgery and hand and nerve conditions. His other clinical interests include brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries, peripheral nerve surgery in the upper and lower extremities, distal radius fractures, tendon injuries, arthritis of the hand, and lower extremity reconstruction.
Dr. Franco is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for the Surgery of the Hand. He earned his medical degree from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. He completed an internship and his residency in plastic surgery at the Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO and a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Virginia.
Title
Plastic Surgeon
Hand Surgeon
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Awards and Honors
Professional Memberships
Selected Publications
Franco MJ, Nicoson MC, Parikh RP, Tung TH. Lower Extremity Reconstruction with Free Gracilis Flaps J Reconstr Microsurg. 2016 Dec 26. doi: 10.1055/s-0036-1597568."
Nicoson MC, Franco MJ, Tung TH. Donor nerve sources in free functional gracilis muscle transfer for elbow flexion in adult brachial plexus injury Microsurgery. 2016 Oct 5. doi: 10.1002/micr.30120." Franco MJ, Phillips BZ, Lalchandani GR, Mackinnon SE. Decompression of the Superficial Peroneal Nerve: Clinical Outcomes and Anatomic Study J Neurosurg. 2016. Apr 22: 1-6" Moore AM, Franco M, Tung TH. Motor and Sensory Nerve Transfers in the forearm and Hand Plast Recontr Surg. 2014, Oct; 134: 721-30" Phillips BZ, Franco MJ, Yee A, Tung TH, Mackinnon SE, Fox IK. Direct Radial to Ulnar Nerve Transfer to Restore Intrinsic Muscle Function in Combined Proximal Median and Ulnar Nerve Injury: Case Report and Surgical Technique J Hand Surg Am. 2014, July; 39: 1358-62Departments
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Surgery
Programs & Centers
Hand and Nerve Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
Practice Group :
Cooper University Physicians
Locations
- Cooper Specialty Care at Cherry Hill Campus
- 2339 Route 70 West, 2nd Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-751-6464
- fax: 856-536-1471
- 400 W Route 38, Suite 100, Moorestown, NJ 08057
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- phone: 856-270-4001
- fax: 856-325-6555
Clinical Interests
Brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries, peripheral nerve surgery in the upper and lower extremity, distal radius fractures, tendon injuries, congenital hand differences, arthritis of the hand, lower extremity reconstruction, general reconstructive plastic surgeryEducation and Training
Education
- Fellowship: University of Virginia Medical Center, Hand Surgery, 2016
- Residency: Barnes Jewish Hospital, Plastic Surgery & Reconstructive Surgery, 2015
- Internship/Residency: Barnes Jewish Hospital, Surgery, 2013
- Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine, 2009
Board Certifications
- Surgery of the Hand: American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2018
- Plastic Surgery: American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2017
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
- Aetna Dental Health
- Aetna First Health (Coventry)
- Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna Quality Health
- Aetna Whole Health
- Aetna Workers Comp
- AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- AmeriHealth HMO/PPO/POS
- AmeriHealth Medicare
- AmeriHealth Value Network
- Braven Health Medicare
- Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health
- Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
- Cigna Medicare
- Cigna One Health
- Clover Health Medicare PPO
- Consumer Health Network Workers Comp
- Fidelis Care Medicaid HMO
- First MCO Group Health
- First MCO Workers Comp
- Galaxy Health Network Group Health
- Galaxy Health Network Workers Comp
- Guardian
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Omnia
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey State Benefit Plans
- Horizon NJ Health Medicaid HMO
- Horizon NJ Health NJ Family Kidcare
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare PPO
- Humana Military Prime
- Humana Military Standard
- Humana Military TriCare
- Independence Blue Cross Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- Independence Blue Cross IBC PPO
- Independence Blue Cross Keystone Healthplan East
- Independence Blue Cross Medicare
- Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare HMO
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare PPO
- Liberty Mutual Auto
- Liberty Mutual Workers Comp
- Longevity Health Plan Medicare PPO I-SNP
- Magellan Behavioral Health
- MagnaCare Auto
- MagnaCare Group Health
- MagnaCare Workers Comp
- Medicaid (NJ)
- Medicare
- MultiPlan PHCS
- NJ Manufacturers Auto
- NJ Manufacturers Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Auto/Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Group Health
- QualCare Emblem Health
- QualCare HMO/PPO
- QualCare Workers Comp
- Railroad Medicare
- Three Rivers Contigo
- Three Rivers Devon
- United Behavioral Health Group Health
- United Behavioral Health Medicaid
- United Behavioral Health Medicare
- United Behavioral Health Optum
- United Healthcare AARP
- United Healthcare Community Plan Medicaid HMO
- United Healthcare Community Plan NJ Family Kidcare
- United Healthcare Dental
- United Healthcare Dual Complete D-SNP
- United Healthcare Group Health
- United Healthcare Medicaid
- United Healthcare Medicare
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- US Family Health Plan
- VA Community Care Network
- WellCare Medicare
- Wellpoint Medicaid HMO
- Wellpoint Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
389 ratings, 123 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 6/3/2026
I was extremely appreciative because the doctor, he knew exactly what I needed to have done. Very kind and personable, very patient and understanding. I would highly recommend him to friends and family. And if I should need to see him again, I would do so.
- Reviewed on 6/1/2026
Dr. Franco has the best bedside manner, and it was a pleasure seeing him.
- Reviewed on 5/28/2026
Outstanding Dr. Franco!!! Very personal, professional and listening to my needs and concerns.
- Reviewed on 5/16/2026
Well, the staff was excellent, respectful, competent, but when it came to Dr. Franco, he just above a scale of 10. He's like the best doctor I've had. He was great. He explained everything and the treatment was perfect. I give him an 11 on a scale of 1 to 10.
- Reviewed on 5/16/2026
Dr. Franco and his staff are a pleasure.
- Reviewed on 5/15/2026
Dr Franco was personable and professional. He explained what would occur with these up coming surgery in detail. That was appreciated.
- Reviewed on 5/14/2026
Dr Franco is very personable and comforting while always very professional. I would recommend Dr Franco to anyone needing his expertise.
- Reviewed on 5/12/2026
Dr Franco and his female Associate were extremely fantastic in every aspect.
- Reviewed on 5/9/2026
Dr. Fanco was professional, engaging and thorough in examination and explanation. Not sure the shots in my thumb joint have changed anything but I'll give a bit longer. I know that I will still have some discomfort.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2026
Very happy with the total experience- from greeting to end of visit
- Reviewed on 4/30/2026
Dr. Franco explained my condition and the treatment required to my satisfaction.
- Reviewed on 4/30/2026
Dr Franco. Excellent I trust him .. Easy experience checking in
- Reviewed on 4/30/2026
Dr. Clinton is the best, and so is everyone at Cooper!!!! Thank
- Reviewed on 4/29/2026
Was very nice and caring. Explain what he was going to do. Was very pleased. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/26/2026
Good doc smooth patient experience
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Love Dr. Franco
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Very positive.
- Reviewed on 4/23/2026
Dr. Franco was thorough, efficient, and knowledgeable. I was confident with his skills needed to address my health issues. His demeanor was kind and professional. I'm looking forward to my next appointment. Thank you!
- Reviewed on 4/17/2026
Didn't have to wait for my appointment. I love Dr. Franco and his staff. They always treat me with great respect and they're very friendly. They have great smiles and they make me feel at ease when I come there. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2026
Everyone was very caring and knowledgeable. Thank you for great service.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr. Franco was very professional, friendly, and thorough. I would definitely recommend him to others.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr Franco and his staff have treated me like family. If they couldn't help me they would make sure someone else could. This is the first time with the Cooper health care system for me. Top notch so far
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr Franco listens, cares and very interesting hospitable. Great Doctor.
- Reviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr. Franco is excellent. Always listens and cares about my needs. I wasn't there for my carpal tunnel issue, but I only had a question for him. When I told him I wasn't sleeping at all, he jumped right into action told me that was not good and gave me a shot in my right wrist and a brace to wear at night so I could sleep until my appointment next month for my EMG test. I have slept through the night for the last two nights for the first time in a year. Thank you so much, Dr. Franco. I appreciate all you do for me.
- Reviewed on 3/22/2026
Everyone at the office was wonderful and Dr. Franco was amazing! He is a great Dr and I would definitely recommend him to anyone who asks who to see! !
- Reviewed on 3/20/2026
Liked the Doctor very much. He explained my problem and gave me options of other choices that I may use.
- Reviewed on 3/20/2026
I've been a patient of DR Franco & his staff prior & they continue to be professional, informative & detailed. I will say the appointment was quick & to the point.
- Reviewed on 3/19/2026
Very informative.
- Reviewed on 3/15/2026
Great experience! Love Cooper!
- Reviewed on 3/12/2026
I appreciated that it looked like online I canceled appt. They were so working wIth me as I came along way and was seen same day regardless. MY doctor was informative and saw my issues right away. He was awesome!! !
- Reviewed on 3/12/2026
The office was meet and clean.
- Reviewed on 3/11/2026
Dr Franco was very kind! He listens and cares. His staff was great too.
- Reviewed on 3/5/2026
I am very pleased with Dr. Franco's expertise and concern to help me during this very hard long recovery from the surgery he did [Date] . In fact, i am impressed by all the Cooper Staff, be it doctors and nurses that have been involved in my care. Thank you!
- Reviewed on 2/26/2026
Everyone were very nice and helpful and professional.
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr. Michael Franco is Wonderful ! I want to Thank Him & his staff ( very friendly & helpful) for everything. My hand is feeling Great! Thank You for seeing me again, L.
- Reviewed on 2/24/2026
Keep up the good work!
- Reviewed on 2/19/2026
No issues to report, quick injection
- Reviewed on 2/13/2026
The provider was very knowledgeable and concerned.
- Reviewed on 2/11/2026
Great staff
- Reviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr. Franco is a great doctor with a great personality. Love his patient attention.
- Reviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr Franco was very knowledgeable, helpful and engaging.
- Reviewed on 2/5/2026
It's always a good experience going there usually you get in quick and get out quick and they do what has to be done
- Reviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr. Franco and Staff are Great !
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Great staff
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr Franco goes above and beyond to help you even if it is something other than orthopedic
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
Dr. Franco was excellent, very informative, very thorough, and explained everything I needed to know and the treatment plan. The staff is wonderful as well. As I've been to Cooper Cherry Hill for other things, I have no complaints whatsoever in the care I received or the way anyone treats me. I hope that you appreciate everybody there. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
Dr. Franco was excellent. He explained everything very polite. Definitely, I would recommend him for any other person that needs surgery for orthopedic. The staff was very pleasant. Everyone was helpful. The check-in was excellent. Getting an appointment was excellent. I love Cooper. I would never ever change Cooper and my primary doctor, Dr. Chen. He's definitely excellent. Keep up the good work with high-man professional employees. And I wish Cooper the best. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
All good all around
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Everyone was great!
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr Franco felt like my brother, explained my situation was old injury,at my age arthritis sets in, also he gave me couple options what he can do and for me to weigh the solution, gave me time not to rush into a decision, weigh it out get back to just like a family member thank you, gonna talk to my wife
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Excellent treatment & experience.
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
I love coming to your building it is very clean everyone is so nice. Dr Franco is a great Dr
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr Franco explained my procedure to the utmost. He was friendly and super cordial. His staff also went above and beyond to treat me as a valued patient.
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
I felt like the experience was overall very good. It was a little bit more difficult than I would like to get an appointment in a timely fashion, but I showed flexibility, so that made it more possible. Once I got there, they were running behind, but we were informed of that. It did take a little bit longer than expected, but they did move through pretty quickly. Dr. Frankel was amazing, explained things very, very well, and obviously is very good at what he does, and I would recommend him highly to anybody that had any issues with respect to their hands. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
Thank you
- Reviewed on 1/8/2026
The young man who checked me in was very professional, friendly and assisted me with being able to see my provider on the same day because I got my appointment time mixed up. Thank you Dr. Franco for seeing me and the patient access representative who checked me in.
- Reviewed on 1/8/2026
The Dr is awesome I love how he cares about his patients that's very important to me
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to
- Reviewed on 12/31/2025
Dr. Franco is all in. Everything was explained and when I inadvertently left without my cane, he tracked me down. Great medical care and service above and beyond.
- Reviewed on 12/30/2025
Thank you, Dr. Franco my experience with you was awesome!
- Reviewed on 12/26/2025
The staff very nice and cordial the doctor excellent very compassion and professional .
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Very nice facility
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Yes, everyone seemed positive, pleasant, knowledgeable in their areas. Definitely would recommend the site and the team. Thank you kindly. Much appreciative.
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr. Franco is an extremely knowledgeable and considerate individual. He took his time to listen, evaluate and treat my symptoms.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Franco was pleasant, informative; and he explained things in easy-to-understand language.
- Reviewed on 12/6/2025
Dr. Frankel is a jewel. He has so much compassionate and made you feel warm and welcome.
- Reviewed on 12/6/2025
Dr Franco is great. As are all the staff there
- Reviewed on 12/5/2025
Doctor Franco was fabulous.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Very knowledgeable and provided me with the information I needed to make a decision. Very personable and listened to me
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
Dr Franco was awesome. Very friendly.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
Great experience
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
My experience was very good and the Doctors did what was necessary to take care of the Pain I was having.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
It was very good experience
- Reviewed on 11/4/2025
Dr Franco at moorestown mall cooper hospital was one of the best doctors I've had the pleasure of meeting since birthing my daughter. He was kind compassionate and very informative.
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
Very professional and friendly
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr Franco is excellent in his field and I find him easy to trust
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
Always friendly Staff Always timely appointments
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
I was surprised that I didn't wait at all to see the Doctor! Everyone was friendly and professional
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. Franco is very informative and helpful.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr Franco was excellent he explained in detail all I would need. However I really took a lot time updating my meds and everything else on line.When they gave me my summary papers nothing was changed I was not thrilled about that.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
Everyone was very helpful and courteous Dr Franco was very informative and understanding
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr Franco is awesome and really takes the time to explain everything and every time I leave he has resolved my pain. Thank you Dr Franco
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
Everyone was very helpful and caring. I had a great experience.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
A very professional and compassionate person.
- Reviewed on 10/7/2025
Totally thrilled and satisfied with this provider
- Reviewed on 10/5/2025
Took care of my numerous issues immediately and effectively...
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
Bed side manners were awesome.
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
The best
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr Franco is the best!
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
It was an easy appointment, I'm just waiting for my phone call from Cooper to schedule my trigger finger procedure. I'm a bit surprised I haven't heard from anyone yet.
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
I have been a patient of Dr Franco for several years and he always does only what is necessary for treatment while also explaining in depth what more can be done if my condition worsens. I trust him explicitly.
- Reviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr Franco was kind, patient and understanding . He explained everything in detail and didn't just try to rush me out. I'm confident he will provide a favorable outcome for me
- Reviewed on 9/21/2025
Dr. Franco is definitely an asset to the practice!
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
I'm just happy with the service
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Hello, Dr. Franco did an awesome job on my elbow, elbows and my hand. So, you know, I love the experience that I've had with him and that I'm going to have with him. I don't know if it'll be any future experiences, but I love my past experiences with him and I just love Dr. Franco. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Franco was very personable and explained things very clearly.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
I absolutely love Dr. Michael Franco. I have been going to him for years for carpal tunnel, broken finger, trigger finger and basically anything else for the treatment of my hands. I do nails on the side and a lot of typing during the week. Members of my family also go to him for anything hand related. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
I met with Dr. Michael Franco on Sept 3 and was immediately impressed by his knowledge, professionalism and compassion. Finally, after YEARS of going to doctor after doctor, he hit it on the nail and was able to diagnose the cause of my foot pain and had a plan of treatment he shared. I am so grateful for Dr. Michael Kimball for referring me to him and sharing my past medical history and case with him, prior to meeting with him. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
The place was very clean and every one was very nice and pleasant
- Reviewed on 8/29/2025
All good
- Reviewed on 8/22/2025
The doctor was very knowledgeable, very patient. He explained things properly, accurately, answered all my questions. Top notch, recommend. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
I arrived early for my appointment and was taken to an exam room in just a few minutes. Dr. Franco is wonderful and I have recommended him several times. In fact, all the Cooper Doctors I have seen are excellent.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
The appointment was short and right to the point regarding the treatment plan moving forward.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
All good.
- Reviewed on 8/16/2025
Everyone was courteous and polite thanks for your service. Also Dr Franco is great physician highly recommend.
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
Dr. Franco excellent! Timely, takes the time to listen! Always feel better after seeing him!
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
Dr. Franko is wonderful! Caring, knowledgeable and excellent with patients
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr. Franco was an excellent doctor and an excellent job. He took extreme great care of me, did everything that I expected him to do. I truly appreciate his work.
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
For the whole process, I was in and out within 10 mins.
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Dr. Franco and his office have been more than capable, professional, knowledgeable, and caring since I've started with him recently. With my issue, I find he's very understanding. He explains everything that I need to do, the treatment I need to have, in a way that if I have any questions, he answers them very kindly. He's never in a rush. He always makes sure that we totally understand rather than I totally understand what's going on with my treatment. And he's very, very kind as well.
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
Thanks, as my first time I feels good everyone was professional.
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
I was treated with kindness from everyone from the front desk up till checkout.
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
Extremely Positive!
- Reviewed on 7/4/2025
I loved Dr. Francoi though he was caring and funny and explained to me what was wrong with me..
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr Franco is an amazing doctor.
- Reviewed on 6/19/2025
I arrived a bit too early for my appointment. However provider was able to see me sooner, working out great.
- Reviewed on 6/14/2025
Dr. Franco is an extremely capable, personable and caring physician. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
- Reviewed on 5/11/2025
Dr. Franco is highly sensitive to individuals, very articulate about the physical problem, and he listens to what the patient needs, where in my case I needed a carpal tunnel on my left side, which is a change over my right side first. I wish that patients were prioritized. I believe patients need to be prioritized. I had an infection which prevented a surgery. I could barely use my hands. Front office staff, excellent, nice, not always able to find them sometimes early in the morning, but very kind. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/15/2025
Love being a cooper patient
- Reviewed on 3/13/2025
Doctor fransco is a wonderful hand surgeon cares and explains fully and makes things simple
- Reviewed on 3/13/2025
Dr Franco listened attentively to my description of my issues. He understood right away what he was going to do to treat the problem. He explained himself fully, and there was no misunderstanding on my part. I appreciate his professionalism. O would go no where else. Cooper is #1 in my book Thank You and the staff.
- Reviewed on 2/20/2025
All ok
- Reviewed on 1/2/2025
Oh, he's a very gentle person. He knows what he's doing. Makes me feel good. Makes my hands feel much better. I would recommend him to anyone. Great personality and please, anyone could come here. He's a great guy.