Dr. Scott J. Tarantino is interested in minimally invasive surgery for hip and knee replacements, fractures, and sports injuries.

Joint Health Preservation
Joint Replacement
Towson Orthopaedic Associates offers 4 Baltimore area Office locations and 2 Emergency locations (UM St. Jos. Medical Center, Towson & UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, Bel Air). Click on individual markers for information about each location or use our menu navigation.
BEL AIR LOCATION
(410) 337-7900
(410) 569-3551 (FAX)
LOCATION ADDRESS:
201 Plumtree Road
Suite 301
Bel Air, MD 21015
"BELLONA" LOCATION
(410) 337-7900
(800) 678-4671
(410) 337-5321 (FAX)
LOCATION ADDRESS
Ruxton Prof. Center, Suite 100
8322 Bellona Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
ROSEDALE LOCATION
(410) 337-7900
(410) 391-8084 (FAX)
LOCATION ADDRESS
Seven Square Professional Building
9110 Philadelphia Rd, Suite 308
Rosedale, MD 21237
UM ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER (O'DEA MEDICAL CENTER) LOCATION
(410) 337-8888
(410) 823-4833 (FAX)
LOCATION ADDRESS
7505 Osler Drive
Suite 104
Towson, MD 21204-7737
Dr. Scott J. Tarantino is interested in minimally invasive surgery for hip and knee replacements, fractures, and sports injuries.
He is fellowship-trained in orthopaedic trauma and serves as team physician for Dulaney High School, Towson High School, and Hereford High School.
Dr. Tarantino is the Medical Director of the Orthopaedic Institute at University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center.
Dr. Tarantino graduated from The Johns Hopkins University with a B.A. in Biology. He received his M.D. from Cornell University Medical College. His post-graduate orthopaedic surgical training was performed at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, one of the top orthopedic hospitals in the U.S.
He specializes in hip and knee joint replacement, sports medicine, and fractures. Sports medicine certified and fellowship trained in fracture surgery.
Dr. Tarantino is the athletic team physician for:
Dr. Tarantino sees patients at the following Towson Orthopaedic Associates’ locations:
Dr Tarantino is the best! In an age of assembly line medicine he offers old school, unrushed, personal professionalism. So glad I found him.
I have had two surgeries done by Dr. Tarantino. I had an ACL reconstruction done with him 3 years ago and my knee feels great. My knee is more stable than my non-surgically repaired knee. I also had my meniscus… trimmed in Jan 2018 and it helped fix the chronic popping in my knee. Dr. Tarantino is smart, caring, knows his stuff, and is not afraid to give you the reality of what is going on with you. If I ever required another orthopedic surgery, I’d go right back to Dr. Tarantino. Read more “Smart, Caring, Knows His Stuff!”
Just had a TKR done by Dr. Scott Tarantino at St. Joseph’s Medical Center. What a fantastic group of physicians and associates! Dr. Tarantino came highly recommended by my brother (had a total knee replacement 7 years ago), and I… am, without a doubt, glad that I went to see Dr. Tarantino back in December 2015! Although, I’m 2 weeks post op now, my knee is already feeling stronger and more supportive than it has been for a long, long time! My entire surgical experience has been awesome thanks to Towson Orthopedics and Associates! Thank you so much!!! I’m going to need to have my other knee replaced sometime soon, and am definitively having Dr. Tarantino, and the same medical professionals get me through the operative experience.
Also, the pre operative joint class is highly recommended to prepare you for your surgical hospitalization experience. Good job everyone, and thanks again! Read more “Fantastic Group”
This is my second surgical experience with Dr. Scott Tarantino and Ben Gardner, PA. This group performed my first TKR in January 2016, and my second TKR was recently done on [date] at St Joseph’s Hospital. Although, I’m still moving… slowly, and have about 3 months of Physical Therapy for strengthening and ranging my new knee, my pain is so much less than before surgery. They cleaned out all of the bone on bone fragments, cartilage, and jagged fragments prior to installing my new knee. I could tell immediately that all of that “junk” was gone as soon as I walked with my implant on [date].
Couldn’t be more pleased with the care received by my outstanding surgical group! Thank you so much Dr. Tarantino and Ben Gardner💕 Read more “Outstanding Surgical Group”
This was my first experience with Dr. Tarantino and Towson Orthopaedic Associates. I was very impressed with the entire process (xrays, etc.) Dr. Tarantino was pleasant and informative, he gave me my options, I chose to drain the fluid. He… told me to rest for two weeks and I’m happy to say I am fully recovered! Read more “Fluid on the knee”
Towson Orthopedic Assoc is a wonderful group! The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. After seeing several doctors, I have found great care at TOA with Dr. Tarantino. I’ve struggled many years with knee pain. At some point, I will… need a knee replacement. Dr. Tarantino has provided great information and care to postpone the inevitable. I appreciate the time he spends and the thoughtful feedback on my options. I highly recommend Dr. Tarantino and the folks at Towson Orthopedic Associates! Read more “Wonderful Group!”
I had my first knee replacement in February and was scared of the pain and recovery process. Following his pain regime I had a pain free experience. Since the first one went so well I decided to do the other… knee in June. Again I followed his regimen and followed through with PT and had a very successful second surgery. My recovery was even faster then the first! Since I’m moving to Europe and my new lifestyle will involve much more walking, I wanted to have maximum mobility. Thank you Dr. Tarantino for an awesome experience! Read more “Thank You Dr. Tarantino for an Awesome Experience!”
Very good communicator, very friendly and conservative in his approach. Great Dr.
Dr. Tarantino replaced both knees and my right hip. My replacement parts are better than the originals. I will definitely see him for my left hip replacement. I highly recommend him.
I could barely walk when I went into his office with a torn meniscus. After reviewing my x-rays and MRI he recommended aspirating the knee. The relief was immediate. I cannot say enough good things nor thank him enough for… the pain relief he has provided me. He suggested holding off on surgery unless the swelling and pain return. He is a blessing to his patients. Thank you so much Dr. Tarantino. Read more “He is a Blessing!”
Dr. Tarantino is awesome. He makes you feel at ease. Always listens. His staff is also excellent.
Dr. Scott Tarantino is the best! He didn’t replace my knee, he fixed it. He did say I my need a replacement in the future, but I’m very happy with my surgery. Great surgery. Fell asleep, woke up, went home.… Doesn’t get any better than that! Great team! Read more “Great Knee Surgery”
Dr [Tarantino] was incredible and so honest! I tore my ACL and he recommended holding off on surgery because it was not a complete tear. He was confident it would get better without surgery and he was right! He did… not want me to waste my money on surgery and put my needs first. I highly recommend him! Very knowledgeable and trustworthy! Can’t get any better than that. Read more “Put My Needs First”
I saw Dr. Tarantino for the second time in 12 years. I am impressed at his conservative approach. He makes you feel like you are the only person he’s seeing today, not rushed and takes ample time to explain many… nuances that I do not believe I would have been shared by the average provider. I hope it’s at least another 12 years, but if not, I trust him and his judgment implicitly, and will definitely return to him if the need arises. Read more “I Trust Him and His Judgment Implicitly”
Dr. Tarantino is friendly, direct, knows what he’s doing. Wish all MDs were like him.
It took him about 30 seconds to diagnose my ruptured Achilles tendon. By the end of my first appointment he had an OR day and time schedule for the following day. He is a skilled surgeon and his bedside manner… is unparalleled. The only bad thing about his office is the parking, Please, have someone drive you there and drop you at the door. It’s a bit of a walk on crutches from the parking lot to the door Read more “Skilled Surgeon, Unparalleled Bedside Manner!”
To Dr. Tarantino, Staff and Towson Ortho — From “ME” and from “The Top of My Right Knee to the “Curve of My Left Shoulder and Bottom of My Right Hip–WE ALL” gratefully say Thank You. “WE” Very much appreciate… your making it quite possible to plan forging ahead to take these lovely Baltimore Bones to recupe themselves in FloriDAYS Sunshine. Bring it on… NICE, Linda R. Read more “Thank You!”
Had my second ACL tear (opposite knee) this past February, went to Dr. [Tarantino] and had a way better recovery and surgery with him! Would recommend him to anyone! Great experience with TSM [TOA]!
The BEST!! Did BOTH of my knee replacements! Saw him for 4 years PRIOR to the replacements for conservative therapy. He gave me advice on the correlation between weight loss, physical therapy, increasing muscle mass, and diet on joint disease.… Dr. Tarantino’s bedside manner, font of knowledge, friendliness, and professionalism make him and the ancillary staff an excellent resource in the treatment of osteoarthritis and other joint problems. I recommend Dr. Tarantino along with his Physician Assistant, Ben without reservations. BTW, I am a RN, so I KNOW a good physician when I interact with one! Read more “The BEST!!”
Dr. Tarantino has performed several operations on me. I’ve had both knees replaced by him and had great success on both of them. My wife and I have had several consultations with him. We have found him to be very… knowledgeable and up to date in his practice. If you’re looking for an excellent doctor with a good bedside manner, consider Dr. Tarantino. Read more “Successful Knee Replacements”
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