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Office Hours-
Monday - Friday9:00 am - 5:00pm
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Monday - Friday
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Patient Education
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Welcome to Ocean County Sports Medicine
Ocean County Sports Medicine is a comprehensive, regional orthopedic practice that focuses on cutting edge medical care and excellent patient outcomes. Based in Toms River, NJ, Ocean County Sports Medicine offers a range of specialized treatment options, including both non-surgical treatments and orthopedic surgery, in order to provide the best care available for disorders of bones, joints and muscles.
Dr. Tauro is now in network with Qual-Care and Ameri-Health. Out-of-network benefits from all insurance plans are accepted and the staff works hard to accommodate each patient’s budget.
What We Do
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Shoulder Procedures
We employ anatomically correct repair techniques with proven increases in healing rates for patients and specialize in the treatment of complex shoulder problems, including patients who have had failed prior surgery. Orthopedic surgeons throughout the country utilize Dr. Tauro’s innovative techniques.
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Knee Procedures
Dr. Tauro is using a cutting-edge Muscle Sparing, No-Tourniquet Knee Replacement Technique! Traditionally, knee replacement required cutting through muscle. The new technique avoids cutting through muscle, and instead, goes underneath the muscle. This allows the patient to stand up soon after surgery, and have the muscle strength to walk, facilitating a faster return to normal activities.
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Foot & Ankle Procedures
At Ocean County Sports Medicine, we specialize in treating various foot and ankle conditions such as ankle sprains, joint surface injuries and fractures. The ankle joint provides the body with balance, stability and the ability to bear the body’s weight.
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Hand, Wrist & Elbow Procedures
As recognized leaders and innovators in the field of orthopedics, Ocean County Sports Medicine treats a range of injuries and disorders to the hand, wrist and elbow.
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Hip Procedures
A hip replacement involves removing the diseased surface of the ball and socket of the hip and replacing it with an artificial lining. There is typically a stem that goes into the canal of the femur that has the new ball attached.
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Joint Preservation
Joint Preservation means preventing joint deterioration and arthritis, thus reducing the chance you will need a joint replacement. It involves both non-surgical and surgical techniques.
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Cartilage & Meniscus Transplantion
Cartilage and meniscus transplantation is a way for us to prevent or delay the need for future joint replacement. For cartilage transplantation, we use the patients own cartilage from an unneeded area of the knee or use carefully selected fresh donor cartilage.
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Director of Ocean County Sports Medicine
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Rutgers Medical School
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic SurgeryDr. Joseph Tauro, Director of Ocean County Sports Medicine, is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a nationally recognized expert in the treatment of shoulder disorders. Dr. Tauro’s position at Rutgers Medical School and as a national lecturer on the latest orthopedic techniques assures Ocean County Sports Medicine patients will be provided with the finest care available, and patients with complex problems are often referred to Dr. Tauro from across the United States.
Dr. Tauro is also a Master Instructor for the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA). Dr. Tauro is most recently involved in the development of new techniques and instrumentation for minimally invasive joint replacement, stem cell augmentation of tendon and ligament healing and has many publications and book chapters to his credit.
A graduate of New Jersey Medical School, Dr. Tauro completed his advanced training in orthopedic surgery at the NJMS affiliated hospitals program. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the school and is actively involved in the training of new orthopedic surgeons.
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Office Manager, Surgical Scheduling, Billing
Kaye, a Lacey Township resident, has been a part of Ocean County Sports Medicine and working with Dr. Tauro since its inception in 1988. Kaye serves as the Office Manager and Bookkeeper at Ocean County Sport Medicine, and is primarily in charge of surgical scheduling and billing. As a registered x-ray technician, she also performs x-ray imaging on patients within the office. Kaye’s favorite part about her job is being able to work with the patients and helping them in any way possible. She is an important part of the compassionate staff, and helps make OCSM such a great place to work and receive care. -
Medical Assistant
As Medical Assistant of Ocean County Sports Medicine, Donna has been working alongside Dr. Tauro handling patient care and medical records since 1989. Donna also acts as Ocean County Sports Medicine’s HIPAA Compliance Officer. A graduate from Ocean County College’s Medical Assistant Program, Donna is really passionate about staying up-to-date on the most current and best treatment methods available, and providing patients with the highest level and quality of care. Her gratification of the job comes from being able to meet new people, learn new things and help patients in their recovery process from injuries or surgeries. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family, neighbors and pets. She also enjoys being involved with her children’s sports, activities and organizations in Ocean Township. -
Scheduling and Reception
Suzanne, a graduate of Taylor Business Institute and resident of Forked River, serves as Ocean County Sports Medicine’s Medical Secretary/Receptionist. She has been a dedicated part of the OCSM team since 1995, and her passion for the job is undeniable. Suzanne discovered OCSM when her daughter was one of Dr. Tauro’s patients. She was immediately impressed with the practice and his breadth of knowledge and professionalism, and she knew that OCSM was a place she’d like to continue her career. Suzanne is a natural at engaging with the patients and staying involved in their healthy recovery, every step of the way. Outside of the practice, Suzanne enjoys involvement in her church and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Joseph C. Tauro MD
Director of OCSM
Kay Hall
Office Manager
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Donna Cummings
Clinical Assistant
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Suzanne Fay
Scheduling & Reception
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Director of Ocean County Sports Medicine
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Rutgers Medical School
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic SurgeryDr. Joseph Tauro, Director of Ocean County Sports Medicine, is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a nationally recognized expert in the treatment of shoulder disorders. Dr. Tauro’s position at Rutgers Medical School and as a national lecturer on the latest orthopedic techniques assures Ocean County Sports Medicine patients will be provided with the finest care available, and patients with complex problems are often referred to Dr. Tauro from across the United States.
Dr. Tauro is also a Master Instructor for the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA). Dr. Tauro is most recently involved in the development of new techniques and instrumentation for minimally invasive joint replacement, stem cell augmentation of tendon and ligament healing and has many publications and book chapters to his credit.
A graduate of New Jersey Medical School, Dr. Tauro completed his advanced training in orthopedic surgery at the NJMS affiliated hospitals program. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the school and is actively involved in the training of new orthopedic surgeons.
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Office Manager, Surgical Scheduling, Billing
Kaye, a Lacey Township resident, has been a part of Ocean County Sports Medicine and working with Dr. Tauro since its inception in 1988. Kaye serves as the Office Manager and Bookkeeper at Ocean County Sport Medicine, and is primarily in charge of surgical scheduling and billing. As a registered x-ray technician, she also performs x-ray imaging on patients within the office. Kaye’s favorite part about her job is being able to work with the patients and helping them in any way possible. She is an important part of the compassionate staff, and helps make OCSM such a great place to work and receive care. -
Medical Assistant
As Medical Assistant of Ocean County Sports Medicine, Donna has been working alongside Dr. Tauro handling patient care and medical records since 1989. Donna also acts as Ocean County Sports Medicine’s HIPAA Compliance Officer. A graduate from Ocean County College’s Medical Assistant Program, Donna is really passionate about staying up-to-date on the most current and best treatment methods available, and providing patients with the highest level and quality of care. Her gratification of the job comes from being able to meet new people, learn new things and help patients in their recovery process from injuries or surgeries. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family, neighbors and pets. She also enjoys being involved with her children’s sports, activities and organizations in Ocean Township. -
Scheduling and Reception
Suzanne, a graduate of Taylor Business Institute and resident of Forked River, serves as Ocean County Sports Medicine’s Medical Secretary/Receptionist. She has been a dedicated part of the OCSM team since 1995, and her passion for the job is undeniable. Suzanne discovered OCSM when her daughter was one of Dr. Tauro’s patients. She was immediately impressed with the practice and his breadth of knowledge and professionalism, and she knew that OCSM was a place she’d like to continue her career. Suzanne is a natural at engaging with the patients and staying involved in their healthy recovery, every step of the way. Outside of the practice, Suzanne enjoys involvement in her church and spending time with family and friends.
Meet The Team
Dr. Joseph C. Tauro MD
Director of OCSM
Kay Hall
Office Manager
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Donna Cummings
Clinical Assistant
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Suzanne Fay
Scheduling & Reception
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Questions or Concerns? Contact Us Today!
Our friendly and helpful staff can be reached by calling our main office.