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Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD

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Specializes in: Sports Medicine and Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (1993)
Professional interests include: arthritis, knee sprain, shoulder dislocation, and more.
1411 Jacobsburg Road
Wind Gap, PA 18091

Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Wind Gap, PA specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1993 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG) and Lehigh Valley Health Network.

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Office Locations

Address:

1411 Jacobsburg Road
Wind Gap, PA 18091

Address:

2775 Schoenersville Road
Bethlehem, PA 18017

Some issues Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

  • Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
  • Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
  • Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Joint Aspiration

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“Wayne Luchetti, MD is chief of staff and co-chair of Coordinated Health's Department of Orthopedics and has extensive experience treating athletes at the high school and college levels.”—"Health & Wellness Seminar Series takes place Saturday, November 10", The Morning Call, November 2018
“Said Coordinated Health's Dr. Wayne Luchetti, who served as Lehigh's team physician for many seasons through 2013, "We're planning for an entertaining and educational morning.”—"Lehigh-Lafayette festivities to begin on Sunday morning at Coordinated Health event", The Morning Call, November 2014
“The fracture was confirmed when McCollum had a second X-ray taken locally at Coordinated Health and a consultation with Dr. Wayne Luchetti, an orthopedic surgeon.”—"Lehigh's CJ McCollum out two months or more with broken bone in foot", The Morning Call, January 2013

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Wind Gap, PA were aspiration, injections, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

aspiration 596
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 10
decompression surgery 14
doctor visit 1266
excision 13
hip imaging 100
injections 596
joint surgery 106
lower extremity surgery 80
minimally invasive procedures 34
musculoskeletal imaging 442
open surgery 21
pelvic imaging 57
reconstructive surgery 71
spinal procedures 20
upper extremity surgery 29
X-rays 492

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD.

Gender
Male 207
Female 313
Ethnicity
Black / African American 1
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 480
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 11
Other 10
Age
75 to 84 155
85 and over 56
Less than 65 41
65 to 74 267

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 6
Osteoporosis 7
Heart Failure 7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 21
Atrial Fibrillation 8
Cancer 7
Dementia 3

Education & Training

Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1993. He completed residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Publications & Clinical Trials View Scholarly Works and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (1993)

Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (1995)

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Publications & Clinical Trials View Scholarly Works

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG)
Lehigh Valley Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 2086 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Wind Gap, PA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Wayne Thomas Luchetti, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Arthrex, Inc. $4,573 ALL ARTHREX PRODUCT LINES
$2,493 		SHOULDER IMPLANTS FIBERTAK KNOTLESS
$204
$1,876
Novus Surgical Solutions LLC $1,824
$1,824
Keystone Surgical Systems, Inc. $1,521 ARTHREX PRODUCT LINE SHOULDER & ELBOW ARTHROSCOPY
$529 		ALL ARTHREX PRODUCT LINES
$192 		ARTHREX PRODUCT LINE DISTAL EXTREMITY ARTHROSCOPY
$8
$792
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. $520 Persona
$290 		ROSA-Knee
$125 		TAPESTRY
$105
Stryker Corporation $479 Mako
$359 		Reunion
$120
Other $1,200 Knee
$210 		BEVYXXA
$125 		RECLAIM
$101 		TFN ADVANCED
$99 		EUFLEXXA
$74 		Other
$592
Types of Payments
Education $5,592
Food and Beverage $3,025
Travel and Lodging $1,501

Biography

Dr. Wayne Luchetti is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine specialist in Bethlehem, PA. He is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG). Dr. Luchetti attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

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