Edward Gates O'Mara, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Services

Languages: English

Gender: Male

Locations

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Orthopaedics Bel Air

515 South Tollgate Road
Suite 200
Bel Air, MD 21014
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PH: 443-643-3130

FAX: 443-643-3133

UMUC Orthopaedics Aberdeen

650 McHenry Road
Suite 1200
Aberdeen, MD 21001
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PH: 443-843-5557

FAX: 443-843-5522

About Me

Dr. O'Mara specializes in knee and shoulder arthroscopy, total knee and hip replacement, fracture care, sports medicine, rotator cuff and ACL repair.

Dr. O'Mara served as an orthopedic surgeon, with the rank of Major, in the US Air Force at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City.  He is a graduate of Middlebury College in Vermont.  He completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Louisville Affiliated Hospitals in Kentucky.

He is a member of the University of Maryland Joint Network, a group of surgeons known for their advanced expertise and positive outcomes in total hip and knee replacement.

He enjoys spending time with his wife and three grown children as well as cycling.  He is involved with high school sports in Harford County and enjoys interacting with the students and parents. 

Dr. Edward O'Mara
4.8/5 stars
Overall
4.8
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8
Provider explained things clearly
4.8
Provider showed concern
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Provider discussed treatment options

Patient Reviews (44)

  • Dr Omara is an excellent physician

  • Good

  • I have recommended Dr. O'Mara to several people who are having Knee problems.

  • Edward O'Mara was on top of his game

  • Sometimes Physicians have a tendency to talk very quickly because they spend their days explaining to patients. But, I would have preferred a little more time explaining what he was looking at on the X-RAY/MRI. He did have a concern with what he saw but honestly, I didn't understand & by the time I tried to make sense he had moved on. I value Dr. O'Mara's opinion and his work and that is why I am a repeat patient but sometimes just a bit slower as most patients might be like me.

  • Dr O'Mars was upfront and honest and listened to me and he gave me options and left decisions to me

  • Physician clearly explained and thoroughly explained (and showed) the MRI so that I could make an informed decision about surgery.

  • Very personal and most professional

  • Dr O'Mara explained my exams and then discussed options for care. We agreed to begin therapy as an initial effort to relieve pain

  • Everything was explained very good

  • Dr 'Omara is a fine doctor and very good at explaining my injury and the care I needed to get through a messy situation. Very good job

  • Shout out to Dr. Omeara for performing excellent surgery on both knees. Also, for his assistance with a problem.

  • Dr O'Mara was quite attentive and covered every step of what my treatment would entail.

  • Dr. Omara explained everything in detail and gave me the opportunity to ask any questions I had. Then, he answered all my questions thoroughly.

  • Good exp I

  • Doctor and staff outstanding,

  • After years of trouble with my right knee, finally Dr Edward O'Mara finally explained to me what the problem is and what needs to be done.

  • I have nothing but praise for my team at Upper Chesapeake.

  • Dr O' Mara evaluated me for one year post op TKR appointment but listened to my concerns about hip pain. He assessed that too and made good recommendations! Very thorough practitioner, this is why I chose him to replace both of my knees over the course of a few years.

  • Dr Edward O'Mara was very professional and as he was examing my left knee he was explaining how the healing was very good. He listened to my question and was clear and concise in his answer.

  • Dr. O'Mara is excellent at explaining the situation, problems and options. He listens to my concerns and feedback before we arrive at a plan together. I couldn't ask for more.

  • Good experience

  • My trust in Dr. O'Mara far surpasses any other physician in my health care team at the moment.

  • I would recommend Dr Omara to anyone

  • The experience was good and all of my concerns were addressed properly.

  • Dr O'Mara is very smart, explained issue in depth, offered types of health support I need, patient, informative, pleasant.

  • Dr. O'mera and assistants were wonderful

  • Dr omara has always gone over thing thoroughly with me. If I had questions or concerns he helped by giving me explanation. Alway telling what he wants me to do or what he is going to do before doing anything with me. I'm truly blessed to have him as my dr.

  • Instilled my complete confidence in him in one visit!

  • Appreciated

  • Great experience

  • Dr Omara was recommended by several of my therapy patients.

  • I have seen this doctor before for the same type condition. Very well taken care of last time and just as well done on this occurrence.

  • Dr Omara is one of the nicest doctors I've ever had!!

  • My physician explained my issue in terms I understood.

  • Dr Omara is excellent very professional and caring I would recommend him to anyone

  • Dr Omara is very friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough. Answered questions and listened.

  • Care for my condition was very good.

  • O'Nara is wonderful. We have referred numerous people to him

  • It's obvious Dr. O'Mara is very competent in his field and has a high volume of recent experience in relation to the procedure(s) I will need. He's a good communicator and I felt very comfortable with the whole experience.

  • Good

  • Doctor explained completely the need to have an MRI to completely evaluate any damage

  • Good

  • It was all around a pleasant visit