Rothman Orthopaedics has achieved national ranking as the #1 Physician Practice for the most Castle Connolly Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Care with 92 physicians recognized across multiple specialties. The practice also holds the top spot across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Florida, further cementing its status as a premier leader in musculoskeletal excellence. This distinction matters because it reflects peer recognition of clinical expertise at a large scale, indicating consistent quality across a major healthcare provider that treats hundreds of thousands of patients annually.
Achieving the number one ranking nationwide and in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Florida highlights the strength and consistency of our entire team, said Christian Ellison, Chief Executive Officer of Rothman Orthopaedics. This recognition is a testament to the care, dedication, and expertise that our physicians and staff bring to every patient encounter. It inspires us to continue raising the standard for orthopaedic care across every region we serve. The implications of this ranking extend beyond prestige, as it signals to patients seeking specialized care that they can access top-tier physicians within a single integrated practice network.
Rothman Orthopaedics evaluates and treats a broad spectrum of primary musculoskeletal conditions. These include degenerative joint diseases, sports-related injuries, spinal disorders, traumatic fractures, and more. With 32 offices across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Central Florida, Rothman Orthopaedics is home to more than 190 physicians spanning 10 orthopaedic subspecialties. The organization performs approximately 60,000 surgical procedures annually and welcomes an average of 255,000 new patients each year, consistently ranking among the highest-volume orthopaedic practices in the nation. Specialties include Hip & Knee, Spine, Sports Medicine, Hand & Wrist, Shoulder & Elbow, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Trauma & Fracture Care, and Foot & Ankle.
Rothman Orthopaedics maintains an extensive research program and a strong academic presence. The foundational science program focuses on post-operative thromboprophylaxis, back pain, joint infection, and regenerative medicine. Physicians across the practice contribute significantly to medical literature and to the development of clinical protocols used throughout the orthopaedic community. This research integration is crucial because it ensures that patient care is informed by the latest scientific advances, potentially improving outcomes for common conditions like joint degeneration and sports injuries.
Being named to Castle Connolly's Top Doctors list is a meaningful honor for our physicians and for Rothman as an organization, said Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD, MBA, President of Rothman Orthopaedics. It speaks to the strength of our team and our shared commitment to setting the standard in orthopaedic care through education, innovation, and leadership. We are proud of the collective excellence our physicians demonstrate every day. Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team, which publishes its list at castleconnolly.com. The selection process involves reviewing medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories, with doctors prohibited from paying for inclusion.
