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Dr. Tom Schmicker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon and a board-certified specialist in reconstructive surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder. He is an expert in hip replacement through the anterior approach and using robotics and computer-navigated surgical techniques. He is a Westchester County native, growing up in Rye, NY. He received his undergraduate degree in neurobiology and behavior from Cornell University where he was also a member of the varsity lacrosse team and the Cornell Biomechanics Laboratory. He received his medical degree from Drexel University School of Medicine where he was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.

Dr. Schmicker completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Marshall University School of Medicine where he trained with Ali Oliashirazi, MD, formerly of the Mayo Clinic. While in residency he received an orthopedic research grant to investigate bone cement used in total joint replacement, was selected as the program's liaison to the American Orthopaedic Association Emerging Leaders Program and received specialized training in pediatric orthopedics at Shriner's Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He then completed his joint replacement fellowship at NYU Langone Hospital and the Insall Scott Kelly Program, founded by W. Norman Scott, MD a pioneer in total joint replacement.

Dr. Schmicker has published multiple articles and presented at national meetings on topics including advanced surgical techniques, delivery of care, bone cement in total joint replacement and the biology of bone. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.