Michael J. Oplinger, MD

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,
Hospital Appointments: Carlisle Regional Medical Center,
OSI (Ophthalmology and Surgical Institute of Central PA)
Team Physician: Dickinson College Athletic Department