Nationally Recognized Orthopedic Surgeon Theodore A. Blaine, MD at Hospital for Special Surgery
Bringing Unparalleled Expertise in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery to Connecticut
A distinguished orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Blaine is a member of the esteemed team at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), providing his exceptional care to patients in Hamden and Stamford, Connecticut. His impressive repertoire includes expertise in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and elbow, orthopedic trauma, sports medicine, and orthopedic research.
Moreover, he is a pioneer in minimally invasive surgery techniques for the shoulder and elbow, having developed innovative procedures such as injectable medications for shoulder arthritis, minimally invasive shoulder replacement, and arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.
Pertaining to his educational pursuits, Dr. Blaine received his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, before completing his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at The University of Rochester. His extensive training background includes fellowships at renowned institutions such as Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, the Mayo Clinic, and the University of Rochester.
With an unwavering commitment to his specialty, the doctor holds board certifications from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and subspecialty accreditation from the American Society of Sports Medicine.
On a professional level, he is an active member of various orthopedic societies, including the American Orthopaedic Association, the American Shoulder and Elbow Society, the American Society for Sports Medicine, and the Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons.
Prior to his tenure at HSS, Dr. Blaine held leadership positions at the Bone and Joint Institute and Yale University Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation. With a strong commitment to academic medicine and research, he has authored numerous publications and textbooks on orthopedic surgery and is the Co-Editor in Chief of the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Arthroplasty.
A former competitive athlete, his personal experience enhances his understanding of sports-related injuries, allowing him to provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He has served as team physician for various collegiate and professional sports teams, demonstrating his dedication to the well-being of athletes.
Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Blaine has been the recipient of the Castle Connolly Top Doctor in New York Metro Area Award by Castle Connolly Magazine (2021, 2022), and the New York Magazine Top Doctor Award (2021, 2022).
Learn More about Dr. Theodore A. Blaine:
Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/499150-Theodore-Blaine-Orthopedist or through Hospital for Special Surgery, https://www.hss.edu/physicians_blaine-theodore.asp
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