Alan S. Nasar, MD, FAAOS
Dr. Nasar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute. He completed his BS in mechanical engineering at The Cooper Union in New York and earned his MD at the University of Medicine and Dentistry New Jersey Medical School. He then completed an internship and residency in orthopedics at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York. Dr. Nasar also participated in a fellowship in joint replacement surgery at the Desert Orthopedic Center in Nevada. Through his education, he completed an extra year of specialization in minimally-invasive total joint replacements surgery.
Dr. Nasar is a professional member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Monmouth County Medical Society, the New Jersey Medical Society, and New Jersey Orthopedic Society.
Dr. Nasar developed an interest in artificial joint design during his specialized training in biomechanics and biomaterials at The Cooper Union. His experience as a mechanical engineer gives him an intimate knowledge of the design and function of artificial joint prostheses that enables him to select the most appropriate device for each patient. He uses the most advanced bearing surfaces, such as ceramic and enhanced polyethylene, for maximum longevity. He has been an early adopter and has provided feedback to designers regarding advanced surgical techniques such as computer-assisted joint replacement surgery and patient-specific instrumentation, which have been created to achieve the most accurate placement of implants.
Dr. Nasar’s goals are to restore patients to their previous activity level, minimize pain, and facilitate rapid recovery. With advanced components and techniques, his objective is to perform joint replacement surgery that can last a lifetime. He has a particular interest in advanced pain management techniques, which combined with minimally invasive surgery, can lead to less discomfort and a more rapid return to work and leisure activities.
Specialties
- Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement: Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Shoulder Replacement
- MAKO Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery Hip & Knee robotic-arm assisted surgery
- Arthroscopy and Reconstruction Surgery:Hip Arthroscopy and Knee Arthroscopy
- Revision Joint Replacement: Revision Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement
- Joint Preservation Surgery: Cartilage Resurfacing and Partial Joint Replacements
- Adult and Pediatric Fracture and Trauma Care
- Sports Medicine, including: Shoulder, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Foot/Ankle
- Joint and Cartilage Restoration Surgery
- Orthobiologics: Hyaluronic Acid Injections
- Advanced Imaging: Ultrasound and Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Expert Medical Evaluations and Testimony
Education and Training
College Education: The Cooper Union – New York, NY – BS
Medical Education: UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School – Newark, NJ – MD
Internship: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital – Stony Brook, NY
Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital – Stony Brook, NY
Fellowship: Joint Replacement Surgery, Desert Orthopedic Center – Las Vegas, NV
Professional Affiliations
Leadership:
- Chairman, Department of Orthopedic Surgery at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold NJ
- Secretary, Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, NJ
- President, Medico-Legal Evaluations PA
Hospital Privileges:
- CentraState Medical Center
- Jersey Shore University Medical Center
- Raritan Bay Medical Center “ Old Bridge
- Manalapan Surgery Center
Memberships:
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Monmouth County Medical Society
- New Jersey Medical Society
- New Jersey Orthopaedic Society
- New Jersey Council on Safety & Health
Dr Nasar had to perform a difficult knee revision. He explained everything he would do before, and everything he did afterwards. My knee is six weeks post surgery and is doing great. The staff is also wonderful. I ve already recommended him to a family member. (Arline T. | Mar 2019 | Healthgrades)
Dr. Nasar has replaced parts in several of my family members as well as recently performing a full knee replacement for me. We all are very satisfied with the surgery and follow up care given by Dr. Nasar. It s so good to have function back in my knee. (Donna B. | Feb 2019 | Healthgrades)
Dr. Nasar has performed knee replacement on both of my knees, the first one was 8 years ago. The first time was so successful there was no way I would have any other doctor when I had my other knee done 3 months ago! Not only is he an expert in surgery but he also takes great care of his patients. He takes the time to listen to you and talks about options available. His office is run very efficiently and staff is always helpful. Highly recommend him! (Linda Lampaglia | Feb 2019 | Google)
Sam is an 87-year-old male who had a left total knee replacement performed by Dr. Nasar. He was filmed 9 days after surgery at CareOne Rehabilitation Center in Jackson, NJ on November 7, 2007. He talks about his symptoms leading up to the knee replacement and how pleased he is with his progress and lack of pain. Ray, the director of rehabilitation at CareOne talks about how impressed he is with the rapid progress and lack of pain he sees with Dr. Nasar’s patients.
Beverly is a 65-year-old female who had a right total knee replacement using the Zimmer Gender Solutions technology at CentraState. She talks about her experience at the Total Joint Center of New Jersey with Dr. Nasar as her surgeon. Beverly found the pre-operative patient education seminar invaluable. She talks about how pleasant here recovery was at the hospital and at CareOne in Jackson where she stayed for rehabilitation. Finally, Beverly shows off her new walk one month after surgery as well as here excellent, pain-free, range of motion.
George had a left shoulder replacement performed by Alan S. Nasar, MD three months prior to this video. He talks about the surgery and recovery. He shows off his excellent motion and function.
Dr. Nasar,
Thank you for your outstanding work! Happy to report that my shoulder is doing quite well and I owe a lot of it to you!
I am very thankful to you and everyone that worked on my surgery and during my time in the office. You all made a difficult time in my life a little better. Thanks again!
Brenda P.
Dear Dr. Nasar
Just a note to tell you how well my wrist healed. You treated me in the Emergency Room in the beginning of April. I had fallen and broken two bones in my wrist and my wrist was impacted. I followed up with you a few times after that as well. I must admit I never did the rehab you recommended, but did follow your advice on some of the exercises. But my wrist is pretty much back to normal with hardly any stiffness or limitations! Virtually perfect and given the state it was in when I fell, I am quite surprised. I think I was lucky you were on duty that day in the ER. Thanks for putting it back in place!
Sherry
