First State Orthopaedics - Northern & Central Division

10/20/2026

Take Steps Toward a Breast Cancer-Free Future! 💗

First State Orthopaedics is proud to be a table sponsor of the 2026 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk this Sunday, October 25, at Bellevue State Park in Wilmington!

We’re excited to support the American Cancer Society and join our community in raising awareness, celebrating survivors, honoring loved ones, and uplifting those impacted by breast cancer.

Join us for a morning of hope, community, and making a difference!

📅 Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026

📍 Location: Bellevue State Park, 800 Carr Road, Wilmington, DE 19809

🕣 Event begins: 8:30 a.m.
🎗️ Survivor Lap: 9:45 a.m.
🚶 Official 5K Walk begins: 10:00 a.m.

Stop by the First State Orthopaedics table to say hello and connect with our team as we come together for this important cause (can get some cute pink FSO swag)! 😘

Every step brings us closer to a future without breast cancer. We hope to see you there!

10/19/2026

Dr. Tooze is enjoying his retirement in Dover, thank you to Vincenzo's for sharing! 🩵

The man, the myth, the legend... Dr. Tooze! Thank you for stopping by and saying hello!

10/18/2026

🏈 Tune in tomorrow morning!

First State Orthopaedics’ very own Dr. Elliott Leitman will join the 94WIP Morning Show with DeCamara & Ritchie tomorrow at 7 AM to discuss Philadelphia Eagles players’ injuries and provide expert orthopedic insight into the health and recovery of our Birds! 🦅

Be sure to tune in and hear from one of Delaware’s own orthopedic experts as we talk all things Eagles football!

📻 Tomorrow at 7 AM on 94WIP!

https://www.audacy.com/94wip/shows/94wip-morning-show-with-decamara-ritchie?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Joe DeCamara, Jon Ritchie, James Seltzer, Rhea Hughes

10/16/2026

What if the best job in orthopaedics isn't at a hospital?

At First State Orthopaedics, we're building something special in our Ambulatory Surgery Centers, and we're looking for talented healthcare professionals who want more than just another position on their résumé.

If you're passionate about patient care, thrive in a team environment, and want to work alongside some of Delaware's top orthopaedic surgeons, we would love to connect:

Our surgery centers are currently hiring for the following positions:
• Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)
• Pre-Op/PACU Team Leader
• Surgical Technologist (Sign-On Bonus Available)
• PEP (Pre-Anesthesia) RN / Pre-Admission Testing RN
• Medical Assistant

Why join our team?
• State-of-the-art ambulatory surgery centers
• Exceptional physicians, nurses, and clinical teammates
• A culture built on collaboration, excellence, and respect
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients every day

If you're ready to take the next step in your healthcare career and be part of a team that is redefining orthopaedic care in Delaware, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today:

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10/14/2026

💗 You know the drill… on Wednesdays we wear pink! 💗

Dr. Jennifer Seifert of First State Orthopaedics and her first assistant, Courtney, wore their pink scrubs to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀

Breast cancer awareness is a reminder of the importance of early detection, regular screenings, and supporting those impacted by breast cancer. We’re proud to see our team showing their support for this important cause! 💕

10/12/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Shakara S. Smith, PA-C, to First State Orthopaedics! 🎉

With over 17 years of experience, Shakara brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. She’ll be working alongside Dr. James Zaslavsky and his spine team at our Dover and Sabre offices to help provide exceptional care to our patients.

We’re excited to have her on board and look forward to the difference she’ll make in the lives of our patients! Please join us in giving Shakara a warm welcome to the FSO family! 💙

10/08/2026

Bone health after 50 can change as the body gradually loses bone tissue faster than it replaces it. Bone is living tissue that constantly undergoes remodeling.

OrthoDelaware is Delaware’s largest orthopaedic group practice. In 2018, First State Orthopaedics expanded its presence in Delaware by merging with Orthopaedic Associates of Southern Delaware to create the state’s first Delaware-based orthopaedic supergroup.

10/08/2026

Celebrating National Physician Associate Week! | October 6–12 🎉

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible Physician Associates who are an essential part of the First State Orthopaedics team! 💙

Our PAs work alongside our physicians to provide exceptional patient care, support our patients throughout their orthopedic journey, and help keep our practices moving forward. From the exam room to the operating room, their knowledge, dedication, and compassion make a meaningful difference every day.

More than just an extension of our physicians, our PAs help shape our practice, strengthen our team, and elevate the care we provide to our patients across Delaware.

To all of our amazing PAs: thank you for everything you do for our patients, our physicians, and our practice. We’re so grateful to have you on our team! 🩺💙

Happy National Physician Associate Week! 🎉

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10/05/2026

We’re proud to recognize Dr. Adam M. Ginsberg of First State Orthopaedics and his wife for sponsoring the 2026 Rodney Street Fall Benefit! 🎾

Rodney Street is doing so much more than teaching kids how to play tennis. Through year-round programs, they provide Wilmington-area youth with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive both on and off the court — combining tennis with academic support, STEAM education, life skills, character development and enrichment activities.

We’re grateful to Dr. Ginsberg for investing in an organization that helps make a difference in the lives of young people and creates opportunities for children to build confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning.

Thank you for helping Rodney Street continue to serve and empower the next generation! ❤️🎾

10/01/2026

Its award season!! 🥇

Congratulations to our Delaware Today Top Doc Winners! 🎉

Our 2026 honorees include:

Jeremie M. Axe, M.D.
Drew A. Brady, M.D.
Yu Chiu, D.O.
Claire Coggins, M.D.
James A. Costanzo, M.D.
Evan H. Crain, M.D.
Ben Denenberg, D.P.M.
Kalin Fisher, M.D.
Grigory Gershkovich, M.D.
Adam Ginsberg, D.O.
Matthew A. Handling, M.D.
Eric T. Johnson, M.D., FAAOS
Randeep S. Kahlon, M.D.
Elliott H. Leitman, M.D., Lt. Col. USAF, Delaware Air National Guard
Kenneth J. Lingenfelter, D.O.
Samuel Mease, M.D.
W. Scott Newcomb, D.P.M.
William M. Newell, M.D.
Adam Santoro, D.O.
Jennifer Seifert, D.P.M.
Craig G. Smucker, M.D.
David T. Sowa, M.D.
Joseph Straight, M.D. and
James Zaslavsky, D.O! 🏆🏆🏆