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Stanley P Michael

Stanley P Michael, MD, MS, FRCS (Orth)

Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional

About Stanley P Michael

Title

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Joint Replacement Specialist

Professional Memberships

American Medical Association

Selected Publications

Meister BR, Michael SP, Moyer RA, Kelly JD, Schneck CD. Anatomy and kinematics of the lateral collateral ligament of the knee. Am J Sports Med. 2000 Nov-Dec;28(6):869-78. doi: 10.1177/03635465000280061601. PMID: 11101111."

Michael S, Banerjee A. Apparent tendo achilles rupture in the elderly: is routine radiography necessary? Arch Emerg Med. 1993 Dec;10(4):336-8. doi: 10.1136/emj.10.4.336. PMID: 8110328; PMCID: PMC1286045."

Michael SP, Banerjee A. Pseudo-dislocation of the shoulder in a child. Arch Emerg Med. 1993 Dec;10(4):289-92. doi: 10.1136/emj.10.4.289. PMID: 8110317; PMCID: PMC1286034.

Departments

Orthopaedics

Programs & Centers

Bone and Joint

Practice Groups

Cooper University Physicians

Locations

Clinical Interests

Joint replacement: hip, knee, and shoulder; sports medicine

Education and Training

Education

  • Fellowship: Temple University Hospital, Sports Medicine, 1996
  • Fellowship: Providence Medical Center, Adult Reconstructive and Total Joint Surgery, 1995
  • Residency: Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994
  • Residency: Christian Medical College Hospital, General Surgery, 1983
  • Medical School: Christian Medical College, 1978

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2017

Insurance

Cooper University Health Care accepts the following health plans. For questions about co-payments, deductibles, and the specific procedures your plan covers, please contact your plan provider.
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  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
  • Aetna Dental Health
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Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

281 ratings, 69 reviews

The 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.

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  • Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Dr. Michael and his staff were 5 stars

  • Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    My husband is facing an unpleasant health issue and we have total faith that Dr. Michael will navigate us through it.

  • Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    Glad to have cooper bone and joint here in CMCH Now we need to get Geart House down here

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Michel was very nice and professional, explaining my health problem and answering my questions.

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    I am always treated with respect and honesty about my injury. Dr. Stanley Michael's goes above and beyond to explain and help you.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Dr. Michael is probably one of my most special doctors. He got me through two knee replacements with empathy and caring.

  • Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Wonderful experience. Dr Michael is an exceptional doctor

  • Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Very pleasant staff

  • Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    I'm glad I saw dr Michael

  • Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    I've been a registered nurse since early 2000s. I always have commercial insurance. A few years ago, I lost my insurance and I went on Medicaid. My MRI ordered by Dr. Michaels was refused four times by my insurance. At this point, I need a hip replacement. He has been professional. He's been caring. He has been kind and he has been understanding. So I have no issues with Dr. Michaels. I put into this system since I was 15 and I'm really, really upset that my MRI was

  • Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Very conservative in his approach to treatment. Devotes as much time as necessary to answer every question. On our initial visit he spent at least 30 minutes to reveal all alternatives. Very few doctors would dedicate this amount of time. I appreciate his efforts to treat me fully.

  • Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    Great office. I always feel comfortable and confident that I'll get the car I need.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr Michaels he always listens and explains everything

  • Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Dr. Michael spent a lot of time with me going over my x-rays and explaining the situation with my right hip and its status right now. i feel very satisfied with my appointment with Dr Michael.

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Meeting Doc at the first time was a great experience. He gained my trust from the beginning and showed me everything that's gonna happen in this procedure. I'm very grateful.

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr. Michael is very caring and professional. He shows not only sympathy but also empathy for myself as a patient He has the best bed side manner unlike I have ever experienced Also his whole team act accordingly He has the most caring staff! I always look forward to my appointments. I trust him totally!

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Very pleasant experience

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    The staff is always courteous and helpful. Dr. Michael is truly a caring, and compassionate professional, my wife and I are both patients and have recommended Dr. Michael to family and friends on many occasions. Even though I have to drive more than an hour to get to the office it is worth the trip

  • Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Very nice

  • Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Dr. Michael is the best! Been going to him for over 20 years. He is kind, listens to you and explains everything. He's the best!

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Was very pleased with this doctor.

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Dr Michael was great in explaining and discussing the diagnosis.

  • Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Explained my condition and answered my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    The doctor is an excellent man. He explains everything very well, listens to me totally, and he is probably the best orthopedic surgeon that I have ever met.

  • Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Dr. Michael's is fabulous and takes his time with me every visit. I cant speak highly enough of him!

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr Michael was extremely encouraging and made me feel confident in the diagnosis received.

  • Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    I enjoyed the visit with Dr. Michaels. He was very thorough. He had a very engaging conversation and I feel like I learned a lot about my condition. I'm looking forward to getting through all this and I will look forward to having the steroid injection and improving.

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Every one was so nice and considerate. My doctor was friendly and very honest. Which made me respect our conversation even more.

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    I felt very comfortable with Dr Michael

  • Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Dr. Michael's care was superb in every way. He was patient and eager to receive my questions. He was very thorough in explaining things in language I could understand. I felt he sincerely cared about my injury and my pain. Extraordinary care and compassion.

  • Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    All was good and everyone in this practice were amazing!

  • Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    The office help is personal and very positive.dr. Michael is the best surgeon I have ever met. My wife and I always look forward to seeing him. He brings me up to see xrays, compares to last ones took. Explains every thing.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    I always feel welcome and cared for when I see Dr Michael. All the personnel at this office are all so friendly and capable

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    I had a 1:30 appt with the dr but wasn't seen until 2:22 when I was told I needed X-rays. I waited another 15-20 minutes before finally seeing Dr. Michael. Other than the time, I was pleased with my first time visit to Dr. Michael. He was thorough and explained things so I could understand them.

  • Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr Mike is the BEST ! !

  • Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    The experience was very informative and I now know my choices for my condition

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Very friendly staff everything was all good

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    I was happy with DR Michael plan of treatment

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Good group throughout practice.

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Dr Michael and his staff made me feel good and they are very personable. The doctor answered all my questions and gave some great advice.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Dr. Michael was absolutely awesome! He described and explained and showed me my mri results!! So considerate, pleasant and had recommendations! God bless him!

  • Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    It was only my first appointment so I don't have much experience with Dr. Michael yet, but I was happy with our first interaction.

  • Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    He is a wonderful surgeon.

  • Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    You did really well. For the first five questions, I think I misunderstood and gave you a one and I meant to give you a five. But I was pleased with the visit and with Dr. Michael's response and the way he treated me. Thank you very much.

  • Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Dr. Michael is excellent!

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Very satisfied

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Everyone was very nice. The people in the office to the doctors staff. I have no problem that they wouldn't help me. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Staff was cheerful, courteous, listened and Dr discussed test results clearly and made recommendations to alleviate my symptoms.

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    I had a wonderful experience.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Nothing really, everything went fine.Everyone was courteous and professional.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr Michael was friendly , informative and set my mind at ease .

  • Reviewed on 4/12/2025

    I felt very comfortable with my provider and would definitely recommend her to others.

  • Reviewed on 4/8/2025

    Dr. Michael is a true professional and is a credit to his profession.

  • Reviewed on 4/5/2025

    Dr. Michaels was great. He explained everything thoroughly. I felt very comfortable with him.

  • Reviewed on 4/1/2025

    Dr Michael's is a kind and caring physician. He was very supportive of my decisions regarding my Healthcare. I give him 5 stars. Thank you Dr Michaels

  • Reviewed on 3/31/2025

    Dr Michaels is a wonderful caring person

  • Reviewed on 3/29/2025

    Dr. Michael is a great orthopedic surgeon. He did my left leg so well, I came back to him for my right, and he's an exceptional as well as his PA, and the whole office staff is wonderful. Yes, thank you.

  • Reviewed on 3/24/2025

    Excellent! I was told I will not need a TKR until I am 80 so I am ECSTATIC! I just turned 73 yo and I am very active! I had wrist surgery after a golf injury! Then I fell off treadmill looking for ear bud that had fallen out when I was recuperating from wrist surgery! Made a mess of my shoulder/ still have 6 anchors but back to golf, so knee surgery is not in my short-term plan!

  • Reviewed on 3/17/2025

    I have already recommended Dr Michael to others

  • Reviewed on 3/15/2025

    perfect and I was treated with true professionalism

  • Reviewed on 3/14/2025

    I absolutely ADORE/LOVE Dr. MICHAELS. He is the best as is his staff!!!!!!! !

  • Reviewed on 3/14/2025

    Dr. Michael is caring, compationate and thorough. He explains and answers questions. His staff is very friendly and answers my questions also. Thank you!

  • Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    Dr. Michael is a very dedicated and concerned doctor and I have recommended him to several friends.

  • Reviewed on 3/2/2025

    Doctor listened to me and was attentive

  • Reviewed on 2/28/2025

    Dr. Michael and staff are the best. He has been my Dr. for over 20 years. He is the is my favorite Doctor I've ever had.

  • Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    It is always a wait for Dr Michael but it is well worth it. He takes his time to answer your questions and you don't feel rushed or confused. He did an amazing job when he gave me a new hip 5 years ago. I have sent many people to him since. They all agree that he remembers what is important about being a Doctor beyond skills, he has bedside manner. Do yourselves a favor and don't let him retire.

  • Reviewed on 2/24/2025

    Everyone kind and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    Dr. Michael provided me with excellent care. He was very compassionate and made me feel heard and treated me with respect. He took the time to explain things to me which made me feel confident that I was in excellent hands regarding my knee injury.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2025

    He was the sweetest and most caring man. He really made me feel like he was listening and interested in what I had to say.