Dr. Andrew K Ankamah, MD

Welcome to New Jersey Sports and Spine Medicine. The Center for Excellence, Compassion, and Superior Outcomes. Dr. Ankamah obtained his Medical Degree from Temple University and his Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Physiatrist) from Prestigious UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School and Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. Dr. Ankamah is a specialist who is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He strongly believes this is his calling, having been a surgeon prior to becoming a Physiatrist. Dr. Ankamah and his Associates have treated thousands of patients with outstanding results for their pain and injuries without surgery. Each patient and the doctors have the same goal: making the appropriate diagnoses, providing the best quality of care, regain hope, decrease pain, improve overall function and provide all patients with great quality of life to enjoy life once again, using non-surgical approach to prevent unnecessary surgeries. Dr. Ankamah is the talk of the town that you want to meet. Dr. Ankamah is well respected by his peers, adored by his patients and he has received numerous prestigious awards including American Top Physician Awards: for the past 5 years, Vitals Patients' Choice Award 2014 and New Shining Star Physician Award. Dr. Ankamah has received 100% patient satisfaction 2 years in a row and a 5 STAR doctor based on patients feedback, which is a proud accomplishment. He has expertise in: • Sports & Spine injuries or pain, including Neck and Back pain • Concussions • Pain management • Rotator cuff and shoulder pain • Hip and knee pain from cartilage or ligament tears or arthritis • Migraine Headaches using Botox injections to relieve patient's discomfort, so that they can enjoy life again. • Motor vehicle accident, Independent Medical Examination and Workers Compensation Injuries and many others. Dr. Ankamah has a special touch when it comes to injections. He performs almost painless injections including trigger point injections, cortisone shots and gel injections in the knees to help decrease cartilage wear, providing lubrication and shock absorber in the knee, thereby decreasing pain and providing patients with quality of life without an operation. Outstanding patients testimonials: “First impression is always a lasting impression. This was my first visit at this office. Great interpersonal communications skills with all employees. I felt comfortable when asking about my questions and concerns. Keep up the good work and warm smiles”. \"Great bedside manners. Seeing him makes you feel better\". “His service far exceeds all my expectations. He explains everything, gives exact diagnosis & prognosis. He is thorough, patient, gentle, & genuinely cares about the patient's health. I'm satisfied and will refer others to him.