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Dr. William Gallagher, MD

Dr. William Gallagher, MD

Sports Medicine*

Dr. William Gallagher, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Brick, NJ. He is affiliated with Ocean University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

457 Jack Martin Blvd Brick, NJ 08724
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gallagher specializes in the areas of Family Practice & 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Gallagher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gallagher

4.2
28 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
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3 star
7%
7%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
14%
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Very pleased
Dr Gallagher was very professional and pleasant and very easy to talk to! I would definitely go back to him!
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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Donna Ortiz – Jan 31, 2024
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Thank you Dr Gallagher
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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Vincent Muti – Dec 24, 2023
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Dr. William Gallagher
Top notch operation: Front staff excellent. Dr. Gallagher was EXCELLENT; patient, thorough, didn’t rush. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Don DeBellis – Dec 07, 2023
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Excellent Doctor and Staff
Dr. Gallagher was fantastic. He ran on time and listened carefully to my complicated medical history and concerns. We had an open dialogue about my care moving forward. I felt as though my opinion counted. His assistant was helpful and patient with me. The x-ray tech was also very kind. When I was upset she sat with me for a minute and gave me a chance to take a breath and chat. I felt as though she truly cared.
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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Nov 20, 2023
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Highly recommend
Dr Gallagher is fantastic. He’s kind, caring, smart and patient. I very highly recommend him. An absolute pleasure.!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Drew Lawsky – Nov 16, 2023
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JohnQuix
Dr. Gallagher is truly an oddity in the modern age of medicine (in the best way possible). This is a doctor who genuinely cares about every patient. He is incredibly knowledgeable and thorough. He is painstaking in his attention to detail and unbelievably generous with his time. You will not be disappointed with this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Nov 15, 2023
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Attentive and detail oriented
I’ve found Dr. Gallagher’s approach to be excellent for what I want out of a doctor. He asks good questions, and responds to questions with thoughtfulness and without judgment. He explains things very well and with efficiency. His physical exam is always gentle and his treatment approaches start conservative with the easiest way to accomplish a potential result without unnecessary time, money, or energy expended by the patient. I will continue to see him for orthopedic complaints.
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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Oct 22, 2023
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Excellent explanation! Office visit was fantastic!
Telehealth
To the point, no hesitation, explaining it well, showing the problem and quickly gave solutions
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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James Cardone – Sep 15, 2023
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Great experience!
Dr Gallagher was great! He did not keep me waiting long, listened to my concerns, and was thorough in his assessment. He also answered my questions and dud not rush through the visit. I would definitely recommend him and go back to him myself if needed : )
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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Jackie – Aug 11, 2023
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My visit was informative. Dr. Gallagher told me my options available and listened to my concerns and made suggestions. I will recommend him to others and friends .
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 08, 2023
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It wasn’t my shoulder
I was referred to Dr. Gallagher by my PC physician. My complaint was pain around the bottom of my right shoulder blade. Brought him discs of my neck and back MRIs of past years. He reviewed them, took x-rays, and determined that it was arthritis and stenosis in my neck that was radiating down, and prescribed 8 weeks of PT. I appreciate his knowledge to ID the problem and appropriate treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 21, 2023
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Not recommended
I saw this doctor several times and he didn’t help me with my pain. He recommended pt and even though I did it for several months, my pain didn’t go away. When I went back to see him, he told me that it was my fault that I was in pain because of the type of exercise I was doing. He also said that talking to me was like talking to a teenager. I am almost 40 years old, and it was the first time someone made such a rude comment about me. I went to another doctor and he found out that I have a discoid meniscus (which is prone to injury) and that I needed surgery. Dr. Gallagher failed to see this, as he was very judgmental of the type of exercise I I was doing at that time.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2023
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Shoulder pain.
I went in to see Dr Gallagher for the first time as a new patient. I was very impressed with the office the staff and with Dr Gallagher . Professional, courteous , knowledgeable and very easy to talk to . I felt very comfortable with the approach and his recommendations.
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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Apr 22, 2023
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Great Doctor
Met with Dr Gallagher to assess shoulder issue. He was able to diagnose and prepare a course of action going forward. Very happy with care I received.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 26, 2023
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My visit was excellent. Dr. Gallagher asked about my concerns and made healthy suggestions. I will recommend him to family and friends . I give him the highest rating.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Celia Best – Mar 16, 2023
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Great bedside manner
I recommend going to Dr Gallagher. His bedside manner is great makes you feel very comfortable and knowledgeable
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 09, 2023
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Knowledgeable and respectful
I have been a patient of Dr Gallagher since 2020. He is caring and compassionate. He listens and provides options and answers.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 05, 2023
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approx 7 minute visit
Never read or explained my MRI..he glanced at it for less than a minute, Had the needle, cortisone, out in under 5 minutes..never explained to me the side effects other than non chalantly telling me it would either work or not.Told me I can do anything physically that I wanted to do! Walked into this Dr's office and could barely walk out after he jabbed me..my knee went down hill from there. This was not an injury and never had a problem with my knees and I am a very active person. This Dr. never inquired about my history..nothing..I have a severely torn medial meniscus among so much more ..he said that is not causing my pain! I have never had any pain from arthritis so obviously its my meniscus torn in multiple places causing my pain which has been 10+ since stumbling out of that office. Patient beware.. was rushed and biff boof bam and thank you Mam! How much is that cortisone shot? This person is better suited for young athletic people but not for my situation, worse now.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Sep 04, 2022
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Arrogant! Only one star because I can't give less.
Today I had a second appointment with this guy and walked away with no clear diagnosis. On the first visit I was told I have arthritis and possibly a torn meniscus. I was given a cortisone injection. Today I saw him, explaining the PT is concerned more aggressive treatment could cause more injury, so they think an MRI would help determine the best approach for treatment. Dr. Gallagher said an MRI would not change treatment and now he thinks it is a soft tissue issue, like bursitis. I have no interest in seeing a doctor who works off mixed guesses for what he's treating. I was able to get a script for an MRI but he was reluctant in writing it. I will take my results somewhere else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Lora A Garcia-Tapia – Feb 25, 2022
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Dr Gallagher ensures he spends the time to explain the test results and treatment plans. He is very thorough and attentive to the patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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John K – Nov 21, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Gallagher, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Brick, NJ. He is affiliated with Ocean University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Sports Medicine

  • Family Medicine

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Ocean County Orthopedics PA457 Jack Martin Blvd Brick, NJ 08724
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Orthonj LLC765 Lacey Rd Forked River, NJ 08731
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Orthonj LLC1043 W Main St Freehold, NJ 07728
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Unavail2-22 Banta Pl Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ocean University Medical Center

    425 Jack Martin Blvd
    Brick, NJ 08724
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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