Orthopedic Surgery

We provide comprehensive orthopedic care for acute and chronic conditions to help you get back to the activities you love.

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic problems in children are unique. We specialize in these unique issues, combining compassionate care with conservative treatment, standard surgical procedures, and cutting-edge technologies tailored to your child’s needs.

Surgical Services

With a long, proud history spanning more than 150 years, Boston Medical Center (BMC) has a reputation for excellence in adult and pediatric surgical care, from minimally invasive procedures to expert trauma surgery.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery Awarded Grant

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery (Award PI: Louis Gerstenfeld, PhD; BMC PI: Paul Tornetta III, MD) received a four year $2,000,000 clinical research grant from the Department of Defense. The objective of this grant is to define a serum protein based diagnostic for the progression and failure of fracture healing.

Orthopedic Surgery News

Boston Magazine has published its list of “Top Docs,” and included Dr. Paul Tornetta III, Dr. Ayesha R. Abdeen and Dr. Andrew B. Stein from the Orthopedic Department. The care that they provide to our patients and our community is exceptional, and this recognition is well-deserved.

Orthopedic Surgery Research

Since its inception in 1970, the department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center has been a leader in musculoskeletal research and innovation, focused on improving outcomes for patients suffering from degenerative conditions of the hip and knee.

Orthopedic Surgery Refer a Patient

BMC’s Orthopedic Surgery team is committed to working with you to evaluate and care for your patients. Whether for diagnostics, treatment, a single consultation, second opinion or ongoing follow up, our team of 11 board-certified orthopedic surgeons will keep you fully informed of the patient's treatment plan and coordinate long-term management if needed.

Orthopedic Surgery Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

Boston Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery Receives Blue Distinction Centers® for Spine Surgery Designation

Boston Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery is proud to announce that it is among a select group of hospitals that received the Blue Distinction Centers® for Spine Surgery designation.

Paul Tornetta III, MD, Appointed Chief and Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery

We are pleased to announce that Paul Tornetta III, MD, has been appointed Chief and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center and BU School of Medicine.

Treating Hip Pain in Adolescents and Young Adults

When you envision someone needing hip surgery, who do you see? Are you seeing a young woman her 20s? Probably not, but this is actually the typical age of someone who needs a periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) for hip dysplasia or hip preservation surgery. For Kerrianne McMenimon, a 25-year-old nurse and mother, this was just the treatment that she needed to overcome chronic hip pain and improve her quality of life.

Neurological Tests for Spinal Fractures

The doctor evaluates the spinal fracture patient's ability to move, feel, and sense the position of all their limbs. In addition, the doctor will test the patient's reflexes to help determine whether there has been an injury to the spinal cord or individual nerves.

Award-winning clinical care for everyone

Boston Medical Center has a long tradition of providing accessible and exceptional care for everyone who comes through our doors. In addition to this commitment, our robust research and teaching programs keep our hospital on the cutting-edge, while pushing medical care into the future.

Our Leadership

Awards and Recognition

BMC's clinical expertise and commitment to equity have been consistently recognized by organizations across the country.

Dr. Chadi Tannoury Receives Prestigious Fellowship Award

Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH Elected to AOEC Board of Directors

The Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics (AOEC) is pleased to announce the election of a new individual Board of Directors member, Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH. Her three year term begins January 2018. Dr. Berenji is currently employed at Boston Medical Center/Boston University School of Medicine.

Dr. Xinning Li to give grand rounds at University of Miami

Dr. Xinning Li invited to give grand rounds to the University of Miami Dr. Xinning Li invited to give grand rounds to the University of Miami department of orthopaedic surgery on the topic, "Management of Anterior Shoulder Instability: Current Concepts for 2018"

Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH invited to serve as a member of the US Secretary of Labor Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health

The U.S. Department of Labor announced Dr. Berenji and 11 other appointees to the Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health for the Energery Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) for two-year terms. The Advisory Board consists of members from  the scientific, medical, and claimant communities.

Xinning Li, MD elected to ASES

We are pleased to announce that The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) have elected Xinning Li, MD as an Active Member of the Society.