Joseph P. Zimmerman, M.D., a fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon at The Bone & Joint Center, was recently published in 55+ Living, an exclusive publication that concentrates on topics relating to those 55 and older.
JOSEPH P.
ZIMMERMAN, M.D.
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Cartilage Restoration
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty and Resurfacing
Total and Partial Knee Replacement
General Orthopaedics
Trauma
Locations
Albany
Latham
Malta
About
Dr. Joseph Zimmerman is a fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon specializing knee and shoulder arthroscopy, joint replacement, general orthopaedics, and trauma care. He provides expert diagnosis and treatment for sports-related and general orthopaedic injuries and conditions.
Dr. Zimmerman offers the latest procedures, including shoulder and knee arthroscopy, reverse total shoulder replacement, minimally invasive total shoulder resurfacing, complex ligament reconstruction, cartilage preservation procedures, as well as partial and total knee replacement.
Dr. Zimmerman previously served as the assistant team physician to the Miami Dolphins, Miami Heat, and Florida International University. He continues his athletic involvement as a team physician for Siena College, The Sage Colleges, and Rensselaer High School. He is also an active member of the Siena Rugby Alumni group.
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Biology: Siena College, Loudonville, NY
- Doctor of Medicine: Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship: Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute, Coral Gables, FL
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
- New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Hospital Affiliations
- Albany Medical Center
- Capital Region Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery
- St. Peter’s Hospital
Team Affiliations
- Rensselaer High School
- Siena College
- The Sage Colleges
News
Patient Reviews
- “Very informative. I explained the procedure very well. Made me feel very at ease about the upcoming operation. ”– Walter W.Patient Rating:
- “Good experience. Everyone was helpful and kind.”– Rose C.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Zimmerman looked so confident in his explanations and the whole procedure that I couldn't help but trust him. The procedure went very well.”– Denise E.Patient Rating: