Dr. Merrick J Wetzler

Dr. Merrick J Wetzler

Advocare South Jersey Orthopedic Associates

Dr. Merrick J Wetzler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He developed an early interest in sports medicine at Yale University, where during his undergraduate career he was an All-Ivy League wrestler and won a gold medal at the Maccabiah Games. Upon earning his medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine, Dr. Wetzler completed his orthopedic residency at Boston University. Following fellowships in sports medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Medical Center, Rothman Institute, and Lankenau Hospital and Medical Research Center. He joined South Jersey Orthopedic Associates in 1995. A former co-director of Virtua's Sports Medicine Program, Dr. Wetzler is active in professional, school, and community sports at every level. He has assisted in team medical coverage for the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, Phillies and Wings; served as medical chairman/director for Team USA in the 2009 International Maccabiah Games, medical director for Team USA in the 2007 European Maccabiah Games, and associate medical director for Team USA in the 2005 International Maccabiah Games; is a member of the U.S. Rugby Union Medical and Safety Committee; and has also served as the team orthopedic surgeon for sports teams at Rowan University, Rutgers-Camden University, Eastern Camden County Regional High School, Pemberton Township High School, Cherry Hill West High School, Jersey Wahoos Swim Team, and South Jersey Rugby Football Club. Specializing in sports medicine, shoulder and knee reconstruction, orthopedic trauma, and general orthopedics, Dr. Wetzler was voted "Top Doc in Sports Medicine" by his peers in the 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, and 2009 surveys by SJ Magazine. He serves as the associate editor of The Journal for Arthroscopy and Related Surgeries, and is a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Society, Arthroscopy Associates of North America, American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Association, and Camden County and New Jersey Medical Societies.

Dr. Merrick J Wetzler's Courses

  • Anatomy and Physiology Essentials for Attorneys

    Medicolegal

    Credits Available
    Credit Status Total
    Alaska CLE Reciprocity 3 Total
    Alabama CLE Approved 3 Total
    Arkansas CLE Approved 3 Total
    Arizona CLE Approved 3 Total
    California CLE Approved 3 Total
    Colorado CLE Approved 4 Total
    Connecticut CLE Approved 3 Total
    Delaware CLE Approved 3 Total
    Florida CLE Approved 3.5 Total
    Georgia CLE Approved 3 Total
    Hawaii CLE Approved 3 Total
    Iowa CLE Upon Request 3 Total
    Idaho CLE Approved 3 Total
    Illinois CLE Approved 3 Total
    Indiana CLE Approved 3 Total
    Kansas CLE Approved 3.5 Total
    Louisiana CLE Approved 3 Total
    Maine CLE Approved 3 Total
    Minnesota CLE Approved 3 Total
    Missouri CLE Approved 3.6 Total
    Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 3 Total
    Mississippi CLE Approved 3 Total
    Montana CLE Approved 3 Total
    North Carolina CLE Approved 3 Total
    North Dakota CLE Approved 3 Total
    Nebraska CLE Approved 3 Total
    New Hampshire CLE Approved 3 Total
    New Jersey CLE Approved 3.6 Total
    New Mexico CLE Approved 3 Total
    Nevada CLE Approved 3 Total
    Ohio CLE Approved 3 Total
    Oklahoma CLE Approved 3.5 Total
    Oregon CLE Approved 3 Total
    Pennsylvania CLE Approved 3 Total
    South Carolina CLE Approved 3 Total
    Texas CLE Approved 3 Total
    Utah CLE Approved 3 Total
    Virginia CLE Approved 3 Total
    Vermont CLE Approved 3 Total
    Washington CLE Approved 3 Total
    Wisconsin CLE Approved 3.5 Total
    West Virginia CLE Approved 3.6 Total
    Wyoming CLE Upon Request 3 Total
    OnDemand
    3 Pennsylvania CLE
  • Proving Exacerbation of Pre-Existing Injuries and Conditions: Doctor and Attorney Perspectives

    Personal Injury & Negligence

    Credits Available
    Credit Status Total
    Alaska CLE Reciprocity 4 Total
    Alabama CLE Approved 4 Total
    Arkansas CLE Approved 4 Total
    Arizona CLE Approved 4 Total
    California CLE Approved 4 Total
    Colorado CLE Approved 5 Total
    Connecticut CLE Approved 4 Total
    Delaware CLE Approved 4 Total
    Florida CLE Approved 5 Total
    Georgia CLE Approved 4 Total
    Hawaii CLE Approved 4 Total
    Iowa CLE Upon Request 4 Total
    Illinois CLE Approved 4 Total
    Indiana CLE Approved 4 Total
    Kansas CLE Approved 4.5 Total
    Kentucky CLE Approved 4 Total
    Maine CLE Approved 4 Total
    Minnesota CLE Approved 4 Total
    Missouri CLE Approved 4.8 Total
    Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 4 Total
    Montana CLE Pending 4 Total
    North Carolina CLE Approved 4 Total
    Nebraska CLE Approved 4 Total
    New Hampshire CLE Approved 4 Total
    New Jersey CLE Approved 4.8 Total
    New Mexico CLE Approved 4 Total
    Nevada CLE Approved 4 Total
    New York CLE Approved 4.5 Total
    Ohio CLE Approved 4 Total
    Oklahoma CLE Approved 5 Total
    Pennsylvania CLE Approved 4 Total
    South Carolina CLE Approved 4 Total
    Tennessee CLE Approved 4 Total
    Texas CLE Approved 4 Total
    Utah CLE Approved 4 Total
    Virginia CLE Approved 4 Total
    Vermont CLE Approved 4 Total
    Washington CLE Approved 4 Total
    Wisconsin CLE Approved 4.5 Total
    West Virginia CLE Approved 4.8 Total
    Wyoming CLE Upon Request 3 Total
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    4 Pennsylvania CLE