Dr. Mark Rekant
Orthopedic Surgery
Cherry Hill, NJ
28 years experience male
Locations
Office
Cherry Hill, NJ
Practice website
Insurances accepted
Medicare
Aetna Life Insurance Company
CIGNA Health Care
Independence Blue Cross Group
Aetna
Office
Sewell, NJ
Philadelphia Hand Center
Cherry Hill, NJ
Office
Philadelphia, PA
About
Bio
Orthopaedic hand surgeon. As a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Rekant specializes in diagnosing and rendering treatment for conditions, injuries and diseases relative to the hand, wrist, and elbow. Born in Syracuse, New York, Dr. Mark S. Rekant graduated from Duke University, Magna Cum Laude, before earning his M.D. at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey/New Jersey Medical School (UMDNJ-NJMS). Dr. Rekant was selected for a General Surgical Internship and an Orthopedic Surgery Residency at NYU Medical School before earning a Hand Surgery Fellowship at The Hand Centers. Dr. Rekant is the recipient of the NYU Department of Orthopedic Surgery Academic Excellence Scholarship, UMDNJ-NJMS Academic Excellence Scholarship and the Jeremias J. Dubyk, M.D. Scholarship for exemplary extracurricular involvement and scholastic achievement. At UMDNJ-NJMS, Dr. Rekant served as Vice President of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and also received the Merck Manual Award and the Alumni Association Special Recognition Book Award. Dr. Rekant has written a number of articles and abstracts, and has been published in many journals, including the Academic Emergency Medicine and the Annuals of Emergency Medicine. He has delivered numerous presentations, and continues to diligently pursue his academic interest in orthopedic surgery
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Orthopedic Surgery
Hand Surgery
Surgery - Hand Surgery
Doctor Q&A
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Teeth vs Bones: An orthodontist typically manages teeth that need straightening or correction whereas an orthopaedist manages bony injuries as well as joint and tendo... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Trigger thumb: Could be a variety of things that of course evaluation could help with.
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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It is possible: Strongly suggest an xray for better diagnosis.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Comfortably: There is no one "best" way. Anyone way that provides comfort is key.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Overuse: Likely you are overusing or straining the muscles that originate from you elbow during your workout.
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Unlikely: X-rays have very classic findings for osteoarthritis that are tough to miss.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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No: Would suggest reconsultation with your surgeon or seek a second opinion.
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Give more time: Stiffness can take upwards of 2-3 months to improve.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Less pain: If you elbow wound or area is becoming less painful and smaller in size, things are going well. Typically, the skin will heal over several weeks depen... Read More
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Really need an xray: Unfortunately this test is the only true way to know.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Direct pressure: Use a bandage or gauze. Hold pressure upwards of 30 minutes. Generally successful.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Not usually a proble: Generally, people with this condition carry out normal lives with regards to daily activities.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Possibly: Best and truly only was to tell is with an xray.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Fluid from a joint: Aspiration is draining fluid from a joint.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Rest: Easiest and best option initially is rest and ice. Should symptoms persist, consultation with an orthopaedic surgeon and xray evaluation can provide f... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Supportive splinting: There are many options available to a common condition that involves joint pain or arthritis of the thumb including splinting, cortisone injections or... Read More
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A 63-year-old male asked:
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Olecranon bursitis: Sounds like bursitis but your physician would know better after evaluation.
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A 53-year-old female asked:
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Thumb arthritis: Your complaints are classic for degenerative arthritis often referred to as thumb arthritis.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Nearly yes: An elbow replacement done well will provide near normal usage for your elbow assuming that you use your elbow normally without excessive load or strai... Read More
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Good guess: Impossible to say exactly without seeing mass but ganglion quite likely.
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A 44-year-old female asked:
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Many options: There are several options available to you and others with these complaints and findings including physical therapy, injections or surgical interventi... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Not really: Some try splinting but this is generally ineffective.
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Dec 9, 2012
Outstanding physician.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Rekant is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Rekant is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thank u but can u put ice on it for the fluid
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thanks helpful
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - New Jersey Medical School, NJ
Graduated 1994MD
Medical/Graduate school
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - New Jersey Medical School
Graduated 1994MD
Medical/Graduate school
Duke University
MD
Residency
NYU HOSPITALS CENTER
Residency
NYU Medical Center
Awards
Top Doctor, South Jersey Magazine
HealthTap Founding Doctor
Affiliations
Thomas Jefferson University
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