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Dr. Thomas Meade, MD

Sports Medicine Specialist | Sports Medicine

1621 N Cedar Crest Blvd Allentown PA, 18104

About

Dr. Thomas Meade is a highly experienced orthopedic surgeon with a focus on knee surgery, including knee replacements and ligament reconstruction. As the Department Chair of Orthopedic Knee Arthroplasty at Coordinated Health/Lehigh Valley Health Network, he has dedicated his career to advancing the field through innovative techniques and technologies. Dr. Meade holds multiple patents for orthopedic implants, instruments, and techniques, and is the author of numerous articles and a book on kinematic total knee arthroplasty. Known for his patient-centered approach, he emphasizes personalized care to help patients achieve their goals. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Meade is an active community member, serving as a team physician for regional sports teams and hosting two local TV shows on health and medical issues. An avid cyclist, competitive swimmer, and triathlete, he channels his passion for fitness into his practice, focusing on outcomes that enhance his patients' quality of life.

Education and Training

Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University MD 1983

Board Certification

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Areas of expertise and specialization

Hip & Knee Reconstructive SurgeryOrthopedic Sports MedicineJoint Replacement SurgeryKinematic Knee ReplacementKnee Arthroplasty

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Orthopedic Surgeon Lehigh Valley Health Network -

Awards

  • Best Surgeon 2024 Citizens Voice 
  • 10 Government Official Honors/Commendations 2018 US House of Representatives, US Senate, Commonwealth of PA 
  • Francis Swingle- Irishman of the Year Award 2007 Friendly Sons of St Patrick-Pittston PA 
  • Readers’ Voice Award for Best Surgeon for 8 consecutive years Year  

Treatments

  • Chronic Pain
  • Torn Meniscus
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Pain
  • Abnormal Gait
  • Stress Fracture

Professional Memberships

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society  
  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons  

Fellowships

  • Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati/Cincinnati SportsMedicine and Orthopaedic Center Orthopaedic Sports Medicine  1989

Internships

  • General Surgery, Allentown Affiliated Hospitals, Allentown, PA 1984

Fellowships

  • Sports Medicine/Knee Reconstruction, Deaconess Hospital, Cincinnati, OH 1989

Professional Society Memberships

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Articles and Publications

  • The Evaluation of a ChatGPT Article Thomas Meade
  • Are undesirable contact kinematics minimized after kinematically aligned total knee arthroplasty? An intersurgeon analysis of consecutive patients. Stephen M. Howell, Esther E. Hodapp, Joseph V. Vern
  • Radiographic analysis of selective ligament sectioning at the carpal scaphoid: A cadaver study Thomas D. Meade, Lawrence H. Schneider, Kenneth Cherry

What do you attribute your success to?

  • - Constant drive to improve his family, life, and patients

Dr. Thomas Meade, MD's Practice location

Lehigh Valley Health Network

1621 N Cedar Crest Blvd -
Allentown, PA 18104
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New patients: 610-597-4599

CHS Professional Practice PC

2775 Schoenersville Rd -
Bethlehem, PA 18017
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New patients: 610-861-8080
Fax: 610-861-0854

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Pioneering Orthopedic Surgery with Advanced Technology and Compassionate Care

Dr. Thomas Meade, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with over 35 years of experience, is making significant strides in kinematic total knee replacement/resurfacing, outpatient knee surgery, robotics and augmented intelligent knee arthroplasty and opioid free surgery at Lehigh Valley Health Network. Internationally renowned for his expertise, he is dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through cutting-edge technology and personalized care plans.

Dr. Meade’s commitment to improving mobility and quality of life for his patients is underscored by his own experiences as a former patient. After facing personal athletic injuries, he understands the critical importance of joint health in maintaining an active lifestyle. An competitively ranked  US Masters swimmer, and cyclist, Dr. Meade’s passion for sports fuels his motivation to help others reclaim their physical independence.

Having received his Medical Degree from Jefferson Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Dr. Meade completed his Transitional Year internship at Lehigh Valley Health Network  from 1983 to 1984. He further honed his surgical skills during his orthopedic surgery residency at TJUH/Rothman Institute from 1984 to 1988, followed by a specialized fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and advanced knee reconstruction at the Cincinnati SportsMedicine and Orthopedic Center from 1988 to 1989.

Licensed to practice in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida, Dr. Meade is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Orthopaedic Institute/Lehigh Valley Health Network with offices in Hazleton, Lehighton, Pittston and Allentown PA. His innovative approach to orthopedic knee surgery and unwavering dedication to patient care have earned him recognition as a leader in the field.

Dr. Meade was honored with the Readers’ Voice Award for Best Surgeon for 8 consecutive years, a testament to his skill and the trust he has built with his patients. He continues to inspire those around him, not only through his surgical expertise but also by promoting healthy, active lifestyles. Education has been a career passion with Dr Meade TV Show and Meade in Medicine website.

As Dr. Thomas Meade remains at the forefront of orthopedic advancements, he is committed to ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care, empowering them to regain their mobility and enjoy life to the fullest.

Learn More about Dr. Thomas Meade:

Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/1610458-Thomas-Meade-Orthopedist or through Lehigh Valley Health Network, https://www.lvhn.org/doctors/thomas-meade 

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