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James S. Martin, MD

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James S. Martin, MD

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About Me

Dr. Martin earned a bachelor of science in pre-medicine at Penn State and a medical doctorate at Penn State’s College of Medicine. He completed an orthopedic residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals Clinics and an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. At the Institute, Dr. Martin worked with national experts to improve the understanding, prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries through research and education.

Dr. Martin’s dedication to orthopedics and sports medicine began when he was an elite student-athlete at Penn State. As an undergraduate student, he was the 1988 NCAA Wrestling Champion, a four-time wrestling All-American, and he was honored as the top male athlete in the country for two consecutive years while at Penn State. This experience shaped his view of the musculoskeletal system, its capabilities and ability to regenerate.

Male

English

Credentials

Credentials

Medical Education
Penn State College of Medicine - Hershey, PA

Internship/Residency
University of Iowa - Iowa City, IA

Fellowship
American Sports Medicine Institute - Birmingham, AL

Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Treatment and Care

Treatment and Conditions

Treatments

  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Knee Replacement
  • Knee Arthroscopy (ACL Repair, Meniscus Repair)
  • Surgical Fracture Repair
  • Carpal Tunnel Repair
  • Ganglion Cyst Excisions
  • De Quervain’s Release
  • Trigger Finger Release

 

Conditions Treated

Insurance

Insurance

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • Advantra
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania CHC
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Northeast
  • AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care
  • Capital Blue Cross (including Senior Blue, Keystone Health Plan Central, Health One and Blue CHIP)
  • Cigna (accepted system-wide, except by CEMA, the Emergency Department provider group)
  • Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (psychiatry)
  • Gateway Health Plan (Medical Assistance Product)
  • Geisinger Health Plan/Geisinger Gold/GHP Family
  • Government: CHAMPUS, Tricare/Black Lung Benefits Act
  • HealthAmerica/HealthAssurance/First Health
  • Highmark/ PA Blue Shield
  • Medical Assistance
  • Medicare/Medicare Railroad
  • PA Health and Wellness
  • Preferred Health Services
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • United Behavioral Health (psychiatry)
  • United Healthcare/United Healthcare Student Resources
  • UPMC Health Plan/UPMC For Life/UPMC For You
Reviews

Reviews

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    September 26, 2025

    Dr. Martin is the best.

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    September 24, 2025

    Very good!!

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    September 23, 2025

    He checked me out got X-rays proposed a solution. It worked and now my knee is much better. I was extremely happy

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    September 23, 2025

    Dr. Martin explained everything throughly. I appreciated that. Thanks for the injection it seems to have helped a little.

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    September 13, 2025

    Excellent

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    September 12, 2025

    Dr. Martin was great. It was my first meeting with him. Previously, I always saw his PA.

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    September 9, 2025

    Very good

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    September 1, 2025

    Dr. Martin was very thorough

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    August 20, 2025

    Excellent care! Very pleased with Dr. Martin.

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    August 19, 2025

    Extremely pleased

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    August 19, 2025

    Recommend to try another type

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    August 15, 2025

    I am always included in making the decisions about my health care.

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    August 12, 2025

    Dr. Martin is the best

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    August 11, 2025

    I have recommended many people to Dr. James Martin and will continue in the future.

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    August 9, 2025

    Dr. Martin is the best!

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    August 8, 2025

    Dr. Martin was exceptional in every detailOf my visit.

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    August 5, 2025

    Dr. Martin explained my knee issues and showed me X-rays. He also answered all my questions.

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    July 26, 2025

    Dr. Martin shows expertise in his field and stays current on all the newest procedures. He allows time for questions and concerns and answers with his vast knowledge, but also answers questions you have with your lifestyle in mind. In other words, he allows for the answer to also mesh for the individual patient needs. I don't feel like I get "cookie cutter" answers- he has also listened to what I need. Many thanks for that!

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    July 23, 2025

    Dr. Martin was informed and knows his medicine. He explained things and I asked questions. I did not feel rushed. I feel confident his care.

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    July 22, 2025

    Dr. Martin's offices have always provided excellent care. They are very highly skilled and also very compassionate.