Dr. Fred Mcalpin DO

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Fred McAlpin III graduated from Ursinus College and obtained his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993. Thereafter, he served his internship and residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He then went on to perform Fellowship Training in Sports Medicine at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. McAlpin III is board certified in orthopedic surgery. He is also an active member of the American Orthopaedic Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. He has received the coveted title of Fellow of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics. Dr. McAlpin is a highly-trained and qualified orthopaedic surgeon who has been practicing for 20 years. He is currently serving patients at Premier Orthopaedic Associates in Vineland, Elmer, and Mullica, New Jersey. He is also the Director of the Orthopaedic Residency Program at Inspira Health Network, where he educates new doctors on orthopedic surgery and trains them on the important approaches to treating patients with orthopedic disorders. Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Dr. McAlpin III has vast expertise in several areas relating to his work, including knee surgery, arthroscopic shoulder surgery, and sports medicine care. As an orthopaedic surgeon, he helps patients to find relief from common ailments such as knee or shoulder injuries, arthritis, fractures, and sprains. He attributes his success to his education and to his confidence in his driving force. In his spare time, he enjoys boating and skiing.

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