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Dr. Robert Palumbo, MD

Dr. Robert Palumbo, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Palumbo, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Allentown, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus and Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

250 Cetronia Rd Ste 303 Allentown, PA 18104
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(570) 386-9910

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Palumbo is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus Bethlehem, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Palumbo specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Palumbo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palumbo

4.9

50 ratings, 18 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 04, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Kinsman – Nov 26, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barnet Fraenkel – Aug 26, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Scott – Jun 15, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ann Z. – Mar 24, 2024
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No results
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Nov 07, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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dave b - Allentown, PA – Jul 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Christine Brotzman – Dec 01, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dave – Jun 01, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Helena Laukaitis – May 11, 2020
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Dec 17, 2019
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May 06, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Frank Armetta in Northampton , PA – Feb 11, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Frank F. in Doylestown, PA – Oct 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a former college athlete, I know how it is to suffer from injuries and what it takes to go through the recovery process.  I try to approach my patients with not only my expertise but also empathy.

biography

Dr. Palumbo is an accomplished, nationally recognized Sports Medicine physician and surgeon, specializing in sports-related injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow, and hip.

Dr. Palumbo is a second-opinion physician for the...read more

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Fellowship In Sports Medicine/union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore Maryland

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Medicine And Dentistry/robert Wood Johnson Medical

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

    Medical School, 1986

  • Cornell University

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Sports Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Orthopaedic Associates of Allentown250 Cetronia Rd Ste 303 Allentown, PA 18104
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Office848269 Boston, MA 02284
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Practice

Orthopaedic Associates of Allentown1241 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr E Lehighton, PA 18235
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Practice

Imaging Services-250 Cetronia Road250 Cetronia Rd Allentown, PA 18104
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus

    801 Ostrum St
    Bethlehem, PA 18015
    Recipient of 45
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
    Allentown, PA 18103
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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