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.
"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."
Rothman Orthopaedics evaluates and treats a broad spectrum of primary musculoskeletal conditions, including degenerative joint diseases, sports-related injuries, spinal disorders, and traumatic fractures. With 32 offices across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Central Florida, the organization is home to more than 190 physicians spanning 10 orthopaedic subspecialties. It 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 and knee, spine, sports medicine, hand and wrist, shoulder and elbow, physical medicine and rehabilitation, orthopedic trauma and fracture care, and foot and ankle. Rothman Orthopaedics maintains an extensive research program and a strong academic presence, focusing on post-operative thromboprophylaxis, back pain, joint infection, and regenerative medicine. Physicians contribute significantly to medical literature and clinical protocols used throughout the orthopaedic community.
"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."
Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team. The recognition underscores Rothman Orthopaedics' dedication to high-quality, compassionate care grounded in evidence-based medicine. For more information, visit RothmanOrtho.com or see the list at castleconnolly.com.
