The Central New Jersey medical community is mourning the passing of Dr. Anthony N. Acello, DPM, a respected podiatric surgeon whose decades of service helped improve the health and mobility of thousands of patients throughout Middlesex County. Dr. Acello died peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, following a distinguished career devoted to foot and ankle medicine.
For more than 30 years, Dr. Acello served patients through his private practice, Edison Foot & Ankle Care, where he earned a reputation for clinical excellence, compassionate treatment, and a patient-centered approach that made him one of the region’s most trusted podiatrists.
Dr. Acello received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine before completing an extensive surgical residency at the Rutgers Doctors Office Center in 1994. He later became board certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, maintaining the credential throughout his professional career as he continued to expand his knowledge of evolving treatment techniques.
His practice in Edison became a trusted destination for patients seeking specialized care for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Acello treated everything from chronic pain and deformities to sports injuries, diabetic foot complications, and age-related mobility issues. He was particularly passionate about caring for older adults, helping many patients remain active and independent through comprehensive podiatric care.
Beyond his private practice, Dr. Acello maintained a longstanding affiliation with JFK University Medical Center in Edison, where he worked alongside physicians, vascular specialists, orthopedic surgeons, wound care professionals, and rehabilitation teams. His collaborative approach to medicine allowed patients with complex conditions to receive coordinated treatment that improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life.
Colleagues remember Dr. Acello as a physician who consistently combined technical expertise with genuine compassion. He took time to explain diagnoses, discuss treatment options thoroughly, and ensure patients understood every aspect of their care. His calm demeanor and thoughtful communication earned the trust of generations of families throughout Central New Jersey.
Patients frequently described him as more than a doctor. Many viewed him as a trusted advisor who approached every appointment with patience, kindness, and respect. His willingness to listen carefully to concerns and develop individualized treatment plans created lasting relationships that often spanned decades.
Throughout his career, Dr. Acello remained committed to advancing the quality of podiatric medicine while mentoring younger healthcare professionals entering the field. Fellow physicians admired his professionalism, ethical standards, and dedication to maintaining the highest level of patient care.
News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from former patients, colleagues, and members of the Edison community who credit him with restoring mobility, relieving chronic pain, and improving countless lives through his expertise and compassion.
Dr. Acello is survived by his loving family, dedicated office staff, professional colleagues, and a grateful community of patients whose lives he touched throughout his decades of practice. Funeral and memorial service arrangements are expected to be announced by his family in the coming days.
Although the Central New Jersey medical community has lost an accomplished physician, Dr. Anthony Acello’s legacy will continue through the patients he helped, the healthcare professionals he mentored, and the high standard of compassionate care he demonstrated throughout his distinguished career. His commitment to excellence, service, and patient dignity will be remembered for many years to come.
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