Joseph A. Napoli, MD, DDS

About Joseph A. Napoli, MD, DDS

Titles

Attending Physician

Certifications

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surger

Plastic Surgery – American Board of Plastic Surgery

Awards and Honors

2019, Top Plastic Surgeon in Delaware, Top Plastic Surgeon Reviews
2017, Best Doctors in America
2017, America’s Most Honored Professionals
2016, Team Recognition Award – Nemours Nursing Shared Governance Research Committee
2016, American Registry: America’s Most Honored Professionals
2016, Division of Plastic Surgery Service Excellence Award: Press Ganey Score of 99th Percentile
2016, 2019, Physician Service Excellence Award, Press Ganey Score of 99th Percentile
2015, Change Makers Recognition – Best Medical and Dental Health Professionals -in Philadelphia Life (November)
2015, 2016, Delaware Today Top Doctors
2014-2015, Excellence in Teaching Award, Christiana Care Health System
2014, Vitals Patients’ Choice
2014, 2016-2019, 2022, Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors in Plastic Surgery
2013-2014, Christina Board of Education Citizenship Award
2007-2008, 2011-2012, Best Doctors in America
2012, U.S. News & World Report Top Doctor
2011, 2012, Most Compassionate Doctor Award
2008-2009, 2011-2013,  Patients’ Choice Award
2006-2011, 2013, 2015-2019, Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctors
1997, Distinguished Service Award, New Hampshire Bureau of Special Medical Services
1981, Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
1981, Van Woert Scholarship Recipient
1981, American Academy of Oral Pathology Award
1973, New York State Regents Scholarship

Leadership and Memberships

Memberships in Professional Organizations

American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
The International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies
The American Society of Craniofacial Surgery

Editorial and Academic Positions

Editorial Positions

2018, Ad Hoc Reviewer, Nigerian Journal of Surgical Research

Education & training

Medical Degree

MD - Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
DDS - Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery, New York, NY

Internship

General Surgery - Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital, Cooperstown, NY

Residency

Plastic Surgery - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH
General Surgery - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY
General Dentistry - Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY

Fellowship

Craniofacial Surgery - Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne, Australia

Team affiliations

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Publications

Publications

2018

Napoli JA, Vallino LD, Buckley J. (2018). Revision palatoplasty for velopharyngeal dysfunction using bilateral buccal myomucosal flaps: An assessment of speech outcomes. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2018, 76(10), e4-e5.

2016

Gripp KW, Baker L, Kandula V, Conard K, Scavina M, Napoli JA, Griffin GC, Thacker M, Knox RG, Clark GR, Parker VE, Semple R, Mirzaa G, Keppler-Noreuil KM. Nephroblastomatosis or Wilms tumor in a fourth patient with a somatic PIK3CA mutation. Am J Med Genet A. 2016 Oct;170(10):2559-69. doi: 10.1002/ajmg.a.37758. Epub 2016 May 18. Review. PubMed PMID: 27191687; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC5514817..

2015

Bruckman KC, Napoli JA, Diecidue RJ, Gold L. Inborn errors of metabolism and odontogenic tumors: a case report of an odontogenic myxoma in a child with 3-methycrotonyl-CoA carboxyplase deficiency.  Journal of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, 2015, 73(2): 274-283.

2014

DiPentima MC, Chan S, Powell J, Napoli JA, Walter AW, Walsh, TJ. Topical amphotericin B in combination with standard therapy for severe necrotizing skin and soft-tissue mucormycosis in an infant with bilineal leukemia: case report and review. Journal of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, 2014; 36(7): e468-70. doi:10.1097/MPH.0000000000000166.

2013

Gripp KW, Ennis S, Napoli JA. Exome analysis in clinical practice: expanding the phenotype of Bartsocas-Papas syndrome. American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A, 2013; 161A: 1058-1063.

2012

Sackett DD, Meshekow JS, Figueroa TE, Napoli JA. Isolated penile lymphedema in an adolescent male: a case of metastatic Crohn's disease. J Pediatr Urol. 2012 Oct;8(5):e55-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2012.03.006. Epub 2012 Apr 14. PubMed PMID: 22507210.

2008

Vallino LD, Zuker R, Napoli JA. A study of speech, language, hearing, and dentition in children with cleft lip only. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2008 Sep;45(5):485-94. doi: 10.1597/06-207.1. Epub 2008 Jan 2. PubMed PMID: 18788866.

2006

Vallino LD, Peterson-Falzone SJ, Napoli JA.  The syndromes of Treacher Collins and Nager.  Advances in Speech-Language Pathology, 2006; 8:34-44.

1999

Meehan SA, Napoli JA, Perry A:  Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of the oral cavity.  Journal of American Academy of Dermatology, 1999; 41:863-866.

1991

Napoli JA and Donegan JO:  Aspergillosis and necrosis of the maxilla.  Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 1991; 49:532-534.

Lectures by Invitation
2018

Napoli JA, Buckley J, Vallino, LD. Buccal flap revision palatoplasty: A perceptual, acoustic, and aerodynamic assessment of speech outcomes, May 6, 2018, Australasian Cleft Lip and Palate Association (ACLAPA), Sydney, Australia. 

Napoli JA. “Innovation in dental practice and the profession” – Columbia University, Postdoctoral Homecoming – Panel member, New York, New York. October 19, 2018.

Napoli JA. 3-Hour Seminar: “Surgical care for cleft lip and palate” – Graduate Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Delaware, Newark, DE. March 2018.

Editorials, Reviews, Chapters
2017

Napoli JA, Vallino LD. Maxillary advancement. In: DJ. Zajac and LD. Vallino, Evaluation and management of cleft lip and palate: a developmental perspective (pp. 357-378), San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, Inc., 2017.

Napoli JA. Alveolar cleft repair.  In: DJ Zajac and LD Vallino, Evaluation and management of cleft lip and palate: a developmental perspective (pp. 339-354), San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, Inc., 2017. 

Patient experience rating

(based on 45 submissions)
  • Provider listened carefully
    5.0 of 5
  • Trust provider with care
    5.0 of 5
  • Provider gave enough info about child's health
    4.9 of 5
  • Would recommend the provider
    5.0 of 5
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Comments

  • This provider is very understanding, expresses everything, makes sure that you guys are reassured, that you know what's taking place. This provider has been treating my child since my child was three months. My child is now eight years old. Very professional, amazing provider. I will give him a 10 out of 10. I will refer him to anyone and everyone.
    5 of 5
    Jul 23, 2026

  • Dr. Napoli is absolutely wonderful.
    5 of 5
    Jul 15, 2026

  • Dr Napoli is always respectful and caring.
    5 of 5
    Jul 15, 2026

  • Dr.Napoli is excellent. He is kind, compassionate and knowledgeable. His MA/nurse-Eva (I am not sure of her credentials) was also extremely friendly and kind. She took the time to explain everything before she did it. The office visit was seamless.
    5 of 5
    Jun 25, 2026

  • We love Dr Napoli! He is so kind and caring. He's thorough and very attentive. He never rushes the appointment and we always leave with very clear diagnoses/follow up instructions. We are so thankful that he is our daughter's doctor!
    5 of 5
    Jun 10, 2026

  • Dr Napoli was very helpful and educated on the importance of my child's health and very explanatory. He's a very intelligent and very knowledgeable person. He's always kind and respectful.
    5 of 5
    Jun 10, 2026

  • My daughter felt comfortable and safe with the doctor. She was able to ask questions and have an open conversation with him, and we really like that.
    5 of 5
    Jun 03, 2026
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About the Patient Experience Rating System

The patient experience rating is an average of all responses to the care provider-related questions from surveys submitted by patient families and verified by our survey partner National Research Corporation (NRC Health), an independent company that specializes in patient experience. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question. Responses are measured using percent positive scoring. Percent positive is the percentage of respondents who answered with the most desirable response. We are committed to transparency and sharing the voices of our patients and families. Comments are reviewed before posting to ensure accuracy, privacy, and relevance. To provide meaningful feedback, comments are displayed on provider profiles once a sufficient number have been received. All feedback is also shared internally to support learning, recognition, and continuous improvement. The comments reflect the experiences and perspectives of the patients and families who submitted them. The comments are not endorsed by and do not reflect the views of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.