
Dr. Peter James Ridella MD
Orthopedist | Orthopaedic Trauma
1111 Franklin St Suite 140 Johnstown PA, 15905About
Dr. Peter Ridella is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Johnstown, PA. Dr. Ridella specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Ridella tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1975
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Pinched Nerve
- Pain
- Spinal Stenosis
Dr. Peter James Ridella MD's Practice location
Peter Ridella
1111 Franklin St Suite 140 -Johnstown, PA 15905Get Direction
Dr. Peter James Ridella MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Ridella
Recommended Articles
- How Effective is Knee Replacement Surgery?
How Effective is Knee Replacement Surgery?This surgery is normally recommended for elderly people who suffer from severe pain due to osteoarthritis. It is suggested for people if the pain and stiffness in their joints affects their mobility and daily activities. One has to understand both the...
- What Is Sacroiliitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Home Remedies
What is sacroiliitis?An inflammation of one or both sacroiliac joints is known as sacroiliitis. This condition happens when the lower spine and pelvis connect. In other words, we can say that a sacroiliac joint is the union of the sacrum and ilium. The sacroiliac joint is bound by thick ligaments...
- What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Muscular dystrophies are a group of diseases that make the muscles of the body weaker over a period of time. The muscles become less flexible in this condition. Out of the nine types of muscular dystrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy is one of the most common.The main characteristics of this medical...
- Is Bursitis a Chronic Ailment?
What is bursitis?Bursitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the bursa. Once the bursa is inflamed, it starts swelling. It causes pain around the affected area. The condition affects any part of the body where there are bursae.What is a bursa?A bursa is a sac-like cavity filled with fluid....
- What to Expect While Undergoing Spinal Stenosis Surgery?
Spinal stenosis is a condition where two spinal vertebrae separated by an intervertebral disc come closer as the disc wears off due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or trauma. When this happens, the spinal nerve that runs between them becomes compressed causing pain to the individual. The...
- What to Expect in Laminectomy and Spinal Fusion
Decompressive laminectomy is done to release pressure exerted on the roots of the nerves found on the lower back. The condition is mostly brought by old age. There are, however, other reasons your surgeon may suggest surgery. These include herniated discs, traumas, and tumors. In case you are going...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Don Allen Lowry M.D.2 Celeste Dr Johnstown PA 15905
- Dr. Ian Katz M.D.2 Celeste Dr Johnstown PA 15905
- Dr. Brian E Gunnlaugson MD321 Main St Johnstown PA 15901
- Dr. Edward B Hill M.D.1111 Franklin St Johnstown PA 15905
- Dr. William C. Go M.D.1425 Scalp Ave Johnstown PA 15904
- Dr. Jacob Matthew Budny D.O.2 CELESTE DR JOHNSTOWN PA 15905
Nearest Hospitals
SOMERSET HOSPITALl
225 SOUTH CENTER AVENUE SOMERSET PA 15501MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1086 FRANKLIN STREET JOHNSTOWN PA 15905