Michael J. Oplinger, MD

"My primary objective is to help people, relieve pain and deformity, and return patients to their activities of daily living."

Helping patients achieve better quality of life

"My grandfather was a general practitioner who practiced until he was 92. He showed me the great satisfaction returned for helping people is the real prize - not the monetary rewards. I enjoy interacting with and helping people on a daily basis and knowing that, with hard work and dedication, I can make a difference in their quality of life."

BS: Biochemistry, State University of New York at Stony Brook, Stony Brook NY
MD: New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, Fort Wayne Medical Education Program, Fort Wayne, IN.
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 2004

Building relationships with patients

"I enjoy the variety of interactions with patients from the very young to the very old. Everyone has a unique story to tell and a unique problem to solve. I'm a good listener with an easy-going nature. I give my patients down-to earth explanations of their conditions and treatment options and see my style as that of a teacher."

Memberships: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society, Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society, Cumberland County Medical Society
Hospital Appointments: Carlisle Regional Medical Center (Surgical Services & Trauma Committees)
Team Physician: Dickinson College Athletic Department