CONNECTICUT ORTHOPAEDICS - Key Persons
Alim F. Ramji, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic trauma surgeon treating patients with traumatic bone injuries. Dr. Ramji also performs joint replacement surgeries. Whether patients are involved in a motor vehicle accident, suffered a fall, or are living with chronic joint pain, Dr. Ramji and his team offer patients a comprehensive treatment plan that focuses on achieving their goals.
Raised in Oklahoma, Dr. Ramji received his medical degree from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He went on to complete an orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Connecticut and a fellowship in orthopaedic trauma at Yale University, learning from highly experienced and nationally recognized faculty.
In his free time, Dr. Ramji enjoys training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and enjoys spending time with his wife and cats. He is thrilled to be a part of Connecticut Orthopaedics and to have the opportunity to help members of his community return to the active lifestyles they love.
Allen M. Ferrucci, M.D. is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic surgeon. Dr. Ferrucci's surgical interests include arthroscopic and open treatment of foot and ankle as well as shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. Dr. Ferrucci treats a wide array of orthopaedic problems, but has special interest in the lower extremity. His practice focuses on foot and ankle sports medicine, reconstruction, arthroplasty, and trauma.
Allen M. Ferrucci, M.D. is an orthopaedic surgeon at Connecticut Orthopaedics. Dr. Ferrucci's surgical interests include arthroscopic and open treatment of foot and ankle as well as shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. He is fellowship trained and joined us directly from the renowned Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center in Westerville, Ohio. He attained his undergraduate degree from Boston College where he graduated Summa Cum laude and his M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine, graduating Cum laude. He completed his residency nearby at Yale-New Haven Hospital.
Dr. Ferrucci treats a wide array of orthopaedic problems, but has special interest in the lower extremity. His practice focuses on foot and ankle sports medicine, reconstruction, arthroplasty, and trauma. He will be seeing patients at five of our neighborhood offices including several shoreline locations. He is an attending surgeon at Yale-New Haven Hospital and the Yale-New Haven Hospital St. Raphael's Campus. Dr. Ferrucci is also a Board of Directors Resident Member of the Connecticut Orthopaedic Society as well as a Resident Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
An accomplished speaker, Dr. Ferrucci has lectured on a variety of topics ranging from "The Effects of Smoking on the Musculoskeletal System" to "Management of Blood Loss in Orthopaedic Surgery."
Dr. Ferrucci is excited to be back in his home state. A native of North Branford, he loves sports of all kinds, especially basketball and softball. During his residency, he held assistant team physician roles at high schools in Clinton and Wallingford and also provided medical assistance at the New Haven Open at Yale (U.S. Open Series).
Now that he's back in New England, he's looking forward to pursuing some of his favorite outdoor activities including backpacking, hiking, camping, and canoeing.
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Job Titles:
- Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Chris Lynch is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon that specializes in adult reconstructive surgery, hip & knee, arthritis surgery and computer assisted surgery. Dr. Lynch has been in private practice since 2004. He performed the first computer navigated total knee arthroplasty in New Haven County at Milford Hospital.
Dr. Lynch is a native of the New Haven area, born at Yale-New Haven Hospital and raised in the Spring Glen area of Hamden. A graduate of Hopkins Grammar School, he then attended Lafayette College and later graduated with "High Distinction" from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. While at Wayne State, Dr. Lynch was also elected into the AOA, the National Medical Honors Society.
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Job Titles:
- Board - Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Shia is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in sports and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and elbow. Dr. Shia performed his residency training in orthopaedic surgery at Washington University in Saint Louis. U.S.News and World Report ranked Washington University as the #2 Orthopaedic Residency Program in the country in 2015. While at Washington University, Dr. Shia was involved in the care of the professional sports teams including the St. Louis Rams NFL team and the St. Louis Blues NHL team.
Dr. Shia is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and elbow. Dr. Shia grew up in Brookline, Massachusetts and performed his undergraduate education at the University of Rochester. Following his undergraduate training he completed his medical school education at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. He graduated with honors and received the Lawrence Linienfield award for excellence in physiology.
Dr. Martin is a graduate of Harvard Medical School and performed his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the The George Washington University. He is Board-Certified with additional certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Martin's surgical interests include Reconstructive Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, Trauma and Fracture care. He is a full-time staff member at St Vincent's Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital.
Job Titles:
- Specialist
- Specializing in Sports Medicine
Dr. Aaron Schachter is a specialist in sports medicine and arthroscopy as well as minimally-invasive joint surgery and reconstructive shoulder surgery. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Dr. Schachter provides orthopaedic care for patients with athletic injuries and trauma-related orthopaedic injuries.
Dr. Aaron Schachter is a specialist in sports medicine and arthroscopy as well as minimally-invasive joint surgery and reconstructive shoulder surgery. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has also been a member in good standing of the Milford Hospital Department of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2008. He is a member of the Milford Medical Society, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
Dr. Schachter provides orthopedic care for patients with athletic injuries and trauma-related orthopaedic injuries. He graduated magna cum laude from Wake Forest University in North Carolina, then returned to his native Kentucky to earn his M.D. from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Schachter completed his orthopaedic surgical residency at the NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City, and he has also undergone training in orthopaedic trauma surgery at Baltimore's Shock Trauma Center.
From 2007-2008, Dr. Schachter participated in a prestigious Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Orthopaedic Surgery fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, where he was awarded for outstanding clinical research. He served as part of the medical team caring for athletes of the New York Jets football team, the New York Islanders hockey team and both the Hunter College and Hofstra University athletic teams.
He has authored and co-authored many papers and research articles related to sports medicine and orthopaedic trauma.
Dr. Benjamin Barnes graduated from the University of Binghamton where he received his Bachelor of Science in Integrative Neuroscience. Thereafter he received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from the University of Bridgeport. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of injuries to the spine as well as many athletic injuries. He is an acupuncture certified provider and has extensive knowledge of biomechanics and sports specific exercises. His interests include the treatment and prevention of overuse injuries such as golfers/tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, and shoulder impingements that compliment his treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. Dr. Barnes is also a Certified Strength and Condition Specialist with a background in sports specific performance and functional assessments. This has led to athletes performing better, and staying injury free.
Dr. Charles Kent is a fellowship-trained Physiatrist, who specializes in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine. He has expertise in treating all musculoskeletal conditions with an emphasis in non surgical spine medicine and non surgical peripheral joint treatments.
Dr. Charles Kent is a fellowship-trained Physiatrist, who specializes in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine. He has expertise in treating all musculoskeletal conditions with an emphasis in spine medicine and non-surgical peripheral joint treatments.
A native to South Florida, Dr. Kent finished his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where he served as Chief Resident. He also completed a fellowship in Interventional Spine Medicine from The Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Kent's philosophy on medicine is that treatment success begins with a strong line of communication between patient and physician. Whether it is diagnosing the problem or educating patients on the variety of treatments available to them, Dr. Kent is focused on helping you navigate these times to make an informed decision.
Job Titles:
- Joint Replacement Specialist, COS Opens in a New Window
Curtis Campbell, MD, MS, is a Board-Certified and fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery. He is additionally certified in Mako Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery. Dr. Campbell specializes in minimally-invasive hip and knee replacement surgery. He performs direct anterior approach hip replacements. He also performs partial knee replacement and complex revision hip and knee surgery. Dr. Campbell uses the most up-to-date technologies and surgical advances, including computer navigation and robotic assistance surgery, to provide exceptional care for his patients.
Curtis Campbell, MD, MS, is a Board-Certified and fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery. He is additionally certified in Mako Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery. He attended Fairfield University and was a member of the Varsity football team. He then completed master's degrees in Evaluative Clinical Sciences from Dartmouth College and Biologic/Medical Sciences from Drexel University. This provided him with an excellent skill set for a career in medicine.
He earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. This training emphasized treating the whole patient and providing compassionate care to everyone. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Rutgers University-New Jersey Medical School in Newark, NJ where he received excellent, well-rounded training involving all aspects of orthopaedics. Dr. Campbell pursued advanced training as an Adult Total Joint Reconstruction Fellow at Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas.
Dr. Campbell specializes in minimally-invasive hip and knee replacement surgery. He performs direct anterior approach hip replacements. This muscle-sparing approach allows for rapid recovery from hip replacement, early return to activities, and has excellent clinical outcomes. He also performs partial knee replacement and complex revision hip and knee surgery. Dr. Campbell uses the most up-to-date technologies and surgical advances, including computer navigation and robotic assistance surgery, to provide exceptional care for his patients. In addition to total joint reconstruction, his interests include trauma and fracture care, arthroscopy, and general orthopaedics in which he treats all conditions of both the upper and lower extremity. He reserves surgical treatment for patients that have not had acceptable improvement in their condition after a thorough course of appropriate nonsurgical treatment including physical therapy, medications, injections, and braces as indicated. Dr. Campbell provides patient-centered care and listens to each patient to fully understand his or her problem. He treats every patient as if they were his family member.
Dr. Campbell has completed publications and lectures in his areas of expertise and has also served as faculty at both the Seton Hall-Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and the Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
As a Fairfield University graduate, Dr. Campbell is thrilled to be back in the area and looks forward to serving the families and communities of Fairfield County.
Job Titles:
- Clinical Instructor
- Introduction
- Specialist
Dr. Glenn S. Russo practices as a spine specialist at Connecticut Orthopaedics. He obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Stonehill College in Easton, MA as well as a Master's Degree in Medical Science from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. He went on to graduate from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine where he was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He then performed his post-graduate training in orthopaedic surgery at the Yale University School of Medicine where he was selected for membership into the American Orthopaedic Association Emerging Leaders Forum. Afterwards, Dr. Russo completed his fellowship in Spinal Surgery at the renowned Rothman Institute in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Russo has particular expertise in adult and pediatric spinal disorders, minimally-invasive spinal surgery, complex scoliosis and spinal deformity, and spinal trauma.
Dr. Russo serves as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at the Yale School of Medicine as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University where he trains medical students and residents. He also works with athletes in his role as a team physician for Quinnipiac University.
Job Titles:
- Chief of the Orthopaedic Spine Surgery Section at the Yale School of Medicine
Dr. Yue is the immediate past co-chief of the orthopaedic spine surgery section at the Yale School of Medicine which he directed from 2002-2017.
He has been the Principal Investigator/Co-Investigator on a number of FDA and non FDA clinical trials for disc replacement, motion sparing, and endoscopic spine surgery clinical trials.
He has published and presented over 100 scientific articles and abstracts and 2 major spinal surgery textbooks. He is a journal reviewer for several international spine surgery journals.
He is currently an Associate Professor of Surgery in the Frank H. Netter Medical School at Quinnipiac University.
Dr. James J. Yue was most recently co-chief of the orthopaedic spine surgery section at the Yale School of Medicine. He was also director of the ACGME Yale Spine Fellowship as well as the lead surgeon for motion sparing as well as endoscopic spine surgery. He completed his undergraduate studies at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA where he received an A.B. degree with Magna Cum Laude honors in biology. He completed his medical school training at the Northwestern University School of Medicine in Chicago, IL and orthopaedic surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University Hospitals of Cleveland, in Cleveland, OH where he worked closely with Dr. Henry Bohlman. He completed two post residency fellowships, the first at the RA Cowley Shock Trauma Hospital in Baltimore, MD and the second at the Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham, UK under the supervision of Mr. John K Webb and Mr. John O'Brien.
He has been the Principal Investigator/Co-Investigator on a number of FDA and non FDA clinical trials for disc replacement, motion-sparing, and endoscopic spine surgery clinical trials. He is the Chair of the Education Committee for the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery and IITTSS spine society. He is currently an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Surgery in the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University.
He has published and presented over 100 scientific articles and abstracts and 2 major spinal surgery textbooks. He is a journal reviewer for several international spine surgery journals.
Job Titles:
- Board - Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Daigneault, a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializes in Sports Medicine injuries, with a subspecialty in shoulders. He carries out a variety of complicated and unusual procedures done infrequently by other orthopaedists in the area, in addition to standard orthopaedic surgery.
Dr. Daigneault was a faculty member at the Yale School of Medicine for ten years. During that period, his coverage included private patients as well as coverage for sports injuries for the New Haven Nighthawks and Yale University Varsity Football and Hockey, as well as the Yale University Intramural Football and Soccer. During 2000 to 2001, he was the Head Team Physician for the New Haven Ravens. Dr. Daigneault joined the Center for Orthopaedics in 2000.
A triple Board-Certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Dr. Cohen graduated with distinction in Psychology from McGill University, and received his medical degree from Tel Aviv University's Sackler School of Medicine. Subsequently, he completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. He was fellowship-trained in Spine and Occupational Medicine at Boston's New England Baptist Hospital, with a focus on spinal intervention and functional restoration. He has been a physiatrist at the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center in Trumbull, Connecticut since 2001, and joined Connecticut Orthopaedics in 2018.
Job Titles:
- Board - Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Introduction
Dr. Spak is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard University and completed his orthopaedic residency at the Harvard combined program. He then completed a sports medicine fellowship in South Lake Tahoe, CA. He has a special interest in reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder, as well as fracture treatment. He serves as team physician for several local high schools. He has extensive experience with joint preservation surgery of the knee and shoulder, including the latest minimally-invasive techniques.
Job Titles:
- Sports Medicine Specialist Opens in a New Window
Jeffrey M. Klauser, M.D. is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with additional subspecialty training in arthroscopic surgery and the treatment of sports related injuries in patients of all ages. Dr. Klauser often utilizes minimally-invasive, arthroscopic techniques. This approach reduces post-operative recovery time and allows an early return to work and play. Dr. Klauser's surgical interests include arthroscopic and open treatment of shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle injuries, as well as general orthopaedics.
Jeffrey M. Klauser, M.D. is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Connecticut Orthopaedics having joined the team in 2012 and opening the Shelton office. He has additional subspecialty training in arthroscopic surgery and the treatment of sports related injuries in patients of all ages.
Dr. Klauser's passion for team sports began at a young age while participating in community-sponsored athletics. Dr. Klauser has fond memories of the time he spent at Shelton High School where he lettered in football and basketball. It was during this time he witnessed first-hand the importance of quality medical treatment for young athletes. His love of sports along with his dedication to care for and serve his community is what ultimately led him to pursue his career in the field of sports medicine.
When surgery is necessary, Dr. Klauser often utilizes minimally-invasive, arthroscopic techniques. This approach reduces post-operative recovery time and allows an early return to work and play. Dr. Klauser's surgical interests include arthroscopic and open treatment of shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle injuries, as well as general orthopaedics.
Dr. Klauser received a bachelor of science in pre-med with a concentration in biopsychology and cognitive science at the University of Michigan. Dr. Klauser earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College, winning the alumni award for excellence in orthopaedics. He went on to complete his orthopaedic surgery residency at Albany Medical Center.
Following the completion of his residency, Dr. Klauser was selected to become a sports medicine fellow under the tutelage of world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. While at the Andrews Institute, Dr. Klauser worked side-by-side with Dr. Andrews where he learned advanced techniques to care for the highest level of professional athlete and young amateur athletes alike. His team physician experience included the Toronto Blue Jays, Tampa Bay Rays, Washington Nationals, Auburn University, Pensacola Blue Wahoos, University of West Florida, and multiple high school sports teams, including the Under Armour All-American Team. Dr. Klauser has served as team orthopaedic physician for the Bridgeport Blue Fish and Albertus Magnus College.
Dr. Klauser's research includes studies on the treatment of rotator cuff injuries as well as complex knee trauma. He has served as faculty at both the ASMI Annual Injuries in Baseball and Football courses, and has served as an instructor at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has presented grand rounds several times at Albany Medical Center and at the Andrews Institute.
A native of Connecticut, Dr. Klauser resides in Shelton with his wife, Rachel, and their two daughters Olivia and Zoey. His interests include spending time with his family, fishing, and golfing.
Job Titles:
- Board - Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Member of the North American Spine Society
Dr. Sumner is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. After graduating from Albany Medical College, Dr. Sumner completed a fellowship at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sumner's practice is largely dedicated to the treatment of adult spinal disorders, including degenerative and traumatic injuries.
Because of his continued interest in spinal deformities, Dr. Sumner furthered his studies with a fellowship at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in Houston, Texas under the direction of the renowned Dr. Alexander Brodsky. Since completing this fellowship, his practice has been primarily directed to the treatment of adult spinal disorders, including degenerative and traumatic injuries.
Dr. Sumner has continued to expand his research in the treatment of skeletal trauma by independent study and is an active participant on the trauma panel at both the Hospital of St. Raphael and Yale-New Haven Hospital. Also, he has traveled extensively throughout the United States presenting seminars and conducting research regarding the spine, trauma, and general orthopaedics. Dr. Sumner is on staff at Yale-New Haven Hospital serving as the Community Assistant Chief of the Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Department, a member of faculty of Yale Medical School and regular lecturer to Residents and Medical Students.
Dr. Sumner is a member of the North American Spine Society and the Orthopaedic Trauma Association through which he participates in the Resident Trauma Training Course. As a member of A-O North America, he participates as faculty by teaching seminars in Spine and Trauma instructing practicing surgeons, residents, and/or personnel.
Dr. Sumner is married and has three children. When he is not working, he can be found racing sailboats on Long Island Sound.
Dr. Jeffrey Sumner, a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, received his undergraduate degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and his medical school degree from Albany Medical College. He performed his orthopaedic training as a resident at the Albany Medical Center Hospital, which he completed in 1984.
Dr. Jenna Bernstein is Board-Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery specializing in hip and knee replacement surgeon. Dr. Bernstein believes in an individualized approach to developing each patient's surgical or non-surgical plan to treat hip or knee pain.
She performs both the anterior and posterior approach to the hip, and has extensive treatment in navigations and robotics for hip replacement. She also specializes in partial knee replacements, outpatient joint replacement, revision total hip replacement, revision total knee replacement, and hip fractures.
Dr. Bernstein is a Fairfield, Connecticut native, and earned her medical degree from the University of Connecticut. She completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania, and an additional year of advanced fellowship training in hip and knee replacement at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases and the Insall Scott Kelley Institute.
Job Titles:
- Sports Medicine Specialist
Dr. John Kelley is certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and General Orthopaedics by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His particular expertise involves treatment of injuries to the shoulder and knee with emphasis on sports related injuries. Dr. Kelley is also an NFL orthopaedic consultant for JL Sports.
Dr. John Kelley is certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and General Orthopaedics by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His particular expertise involves treatment of injuries to the shoulder and knee with emphasis on sports related injuries. Currently, he is an attending surgeon at the Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgical Centers in Branford and Milford, Yale-New Haven Hospital and MidState Medical Center.
Dr. Kelley received his B.A. degree from Yale University and his M.D. degree from the Medical College of Ohio, Toledo, Ohio where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He completed his residency in general surgery at Yale-New Haven Hospital, followed by an orthopaedic surgery residency at both Yale-New Haven Hospital and Newington Children's Hospital. A recipient of a Sports Medicine Fellowship, Dr. Kelley studied Sports Medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Inglewood, California.
While in California, Dr. Kelley provided sports medicine coverage for the following professional and college teams: L.A. Rams, Lakers, Kings, Dodgers, California Angels; and Loyola Marymount University, University of Southern CA, and California State University, LA Branch.
Dr. Kelley has presented at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and at Newington Children's Hospital, Newington, CT. Articles for publication have appeared in Dr. F.W. Jobe's Operative Techniques in Upper Extremity Sports Injuries, St. Louis Mosby-Year Book and the American Journal of Sports Medicine. Dr. Kelley is affiliated with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Medical Association, New Haven County Medical Association, Connecticut State Medical Association and Alpha Omega Alpha. Additionally, Dr. Kelley is an orthopaedic consultant to the NFL sports agency, JL Sports.
A resident of Branford, CT, Dr. Kelley joined Connecticut Orthopaedic Specialists, P.C. in 1992.
Hobbies and outside interests include spending time with his family; his wife Jean, son Patrick and daughter-in-law Ainsley, daughter Kathleen and son-in-law Chris and granddaughter Ella, and son Brian. Jack also enjoys, boating, golf and fitness. In 2010, Dr. Kelley and his wife, Jean, founded Brian's Hope, (BriansHope.org) a non-profit foundation honoring their son, Brian, who suffers from adrenoleukodystrophy. (ALD) ALD is a genetic inherited disease that affects the nervous system. With the addition of ALD to the newborn screening panel in CT in 2013, they hope to keep other young boys from suffering the same challenges Brian has. Early detection is life saving.
Dr. Kelley also provides voluntary coverage at area high school sporting events.
Job Titles:
- Medical Director of the Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at MidState Medical Center
Dr. John McCallum is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and the Medical Director of the Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at MidState Medical Center program. Dr. McCallum specializes in knee problems including arthritic and sports related injuries. He has been an innovator of hip and knee arthroscopic surgery, salvage and reconstructive techniques, including minimally-invasive treatments with a special interest in orthopeadic knee replacement surgery.
John D. McCallum, III joined Connecticut Orthopaedics in 1995 after completing a fellowship in joint replacement surgery at the Rothman Institute of Thomas Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia. The Rothman Institute is considered one of the nation's leading training programs in joint reconstruction.
A graduate of Dartmouth College and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Dr. McCallum completed a surgical internship at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. He served as Chief Resident at UMMC from 1993-1994. He also earned a Master's degree in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University.
Currently, he is the Medical Director of the Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at MidState Medical Center program he established in collaboration with multiple members of Connecticut Orthopaedics. His is also an instructor at Yale University School of Medicine and an attending physician at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. McCallum has written a number of articles in orthopaedic journals and has presented orthopaedic grand rounds at Yale-New Haven and Thomas Jefferson Hospitals. He has been on the faculty of multiple national hip and knee reconstruction meetings and a presenter at the annual national meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. McCallum, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon is a member of the American Medical Association, the Connecticut State and New Haven County Medical Societies. He is also a member of the Connecticut State Orthopaedic Society, Yale Orthopaedic Association, a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
Dr. McCallum specializes in knee problems including arthritic and sports related injuries. He has been an innovator of hip and knee arthroscopic surgery, salvage and reconstructive techniques, including minimally-invasive treatments with a special interest in orthopeadic knee replacement surgery.
He lives with his wife and two children in Guilford, CT. Besides his family, his interests include cycling, sailing, skiing, woodworking and car restoration.
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