The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center provides expert, personalized care focused on optimal outcomes. With services at BMC and locations across Boston, we ensure convenient access to top-quality care close to home. ### Orthopedic Surgery - [Contact Us](#contact-us) - [Specialty Clinics](#specialty-clinics) - [Conditions We Treat](#conditions-we-treat) - [Our Team](#our-team) - [Patient Resources](#patient-resources) - [Provider Resources](#provider-resources) - [News](#news) - [Department News](#department-news) - [Research Overview](#research-overview) - [Residency and Fellowship Information](#residency-and-fellowship-information) ## Contact Us [617.638.5633](tel:617.638.5633) Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Fax: 617.414.5226 [617.638.5633](tel:617.638.5633) Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:15 AM - 4:15 PM Fax: 617.414.5226 ## Specialty Clinics [### Elbow Surgery Many injuries to these areas can be treated without surgery, and at BMC, physicians explore such options before considering surgery. However, there are times when surgery can be the better option. BMC surgeons are fellowship-trained in elbow surgery and have extensive expertise in caring for the elbows. ](/orthopedic-surgery/elbow-surgery) [### Fracture Surgery Common causes of trauma and fractures are motor vehicle accidents, pedestrians struck by motor vehicles, falls from height and athletic accidents. Often these accidents involve multiple-system injuries and lengthy rehabilitation. Our physicians and staff ](/departments/fracture-surgery) [### Hand Surgery Proper functioning of the hands and wrists (parts of the body that are also called the "upper extremities") – is necessary for daily activities. Writing, grabbing, driving, or lifting are severely limited if the muscles, nerves, joints, and bones in these areas are not working properly. ](/orthopedic-surgery/hand-and-upper-extremity-surgery) [### Hip and Knee Arthroplasty (Replacement) The Arthroplasty team in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery provides services for conditions such as arthritis, including knee and hip replacements, hip preservation surgery, and more. ](/departments/orthopedic-surgery/hip-and-knee-arthroplasty-replacement) [### Orthopedic Surgery (Pediatrics) A program within Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatric Specialty Care providing pediatric orthopedic care at a children’s orthopedic hospital for bone, joint, and muscle conditions in children and teens, with treatment tailored to growing bodies. ](/departments/orthopedic-surgery/orthopedic-surgery-pediatrics) [### Shoulder Surgery A program within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery where shoulder surgeons provide shoulder surgery and treatment for shoulder injuries and conditions, including rotator cuff surgery, arthroscopic surgery, and non-surgical care. ](/departments/orthopedic-surgery/shoulder-surgery) [### Spine Surgery A program within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery where a spine surgeon provides spine surgery and treatment for spine conditions, including minimally invasive procedures, spinal fusion, discectomy, laminectomy, disk replacement, and scoliosis care. ](/departments/orthopedic-surgery/spine-surgery) [### Sports Medicine A program within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery where sports medicine physicians diagnose, treat, and help prevent sports-related injuries, providing personalized care to support safe recovery and return to activity for athletes. ](/departments/orthopedic-surgery/sports-medicine) ## Conditions We Treat - [Acetabulum Fractures](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/acetabulum-fractures) - [ACL Injuries](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/acl-injuries) - [Hip Dysplasia](/orthopedic-surgery/conditions-we-treat/adolescent-hip-dysplasia) - [Ankle Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/ankle-fracture) - [Biceps Tendon Rupture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/biceps-tendon-rupture) - [Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/carpal-tunnel-syndrome) - [Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (Spinal Cord Compression)](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/cervical-spondylotic-myelopathy-spinal-cord-compression) - [Common Knee Injuries](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/common-knee-injuries) - [Cubital Tunnel Syndrome](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/cubital-tunnel-syndrome) - [De Quervain's Tendonitis](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/de-quervains-tendonitis) - [Distal Humerus Fracture (Broken Elbow)](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/distal-humerus-fracture-broken-elbow) - [Elbow (Olecranon) Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/elbow-olecranon-fracture) - [Femoracetabular Impingement](/orthopedic-surgery/femoracetabular-impingement) - [Femur Shaft Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/femur-shaft-fracture) - [Flexor Tendon Injuries ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/flexor-tendon-injuries) - [Ganglion Cyst of the Wrist and Hand](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/ganglion-cyst-wrist-and-hand) - [Heel Bone (Calcaneus) Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/heel-bone-calcaneus-fracture) - [Hip Arthritis](/orthopedic-surgery/hip-arthritis) - [Herniated Disc](/herniated-disc) - [Hip Bursitis](/orthopedic-surgery/conditions-we-treat/hip-bursitis) - [Hip Fracture ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/hip-fracture) - [Hip Pain](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/hip-pain) - [Internal Fixation](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/internal-fixation) - [Knee Arthritis](/orthopedic-surgery/knee-surgery/knee-arthritis) - [Knee Ligament Injuries](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/knee-ligament-injuries) - [Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/lateral-epicondylitis-tennis-elbow) - [Lumbar Spinal Stenosis](/orthopedic-surgery/lumbar-spinal-stenosis) - [Mallet Finger](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/mallet-finger) - [Meniscus Tears](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/meniscus-tear) - [Nerve Injuries](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/nerve-injuries) - [Nonunions](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/nonunions) - [Osteoarthritis Of The Elbow ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/osteoarthritis-elbow) - [Osteoarthritis Of The Hand ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/osteoarthritis-hand) - [Osteoarthritis Of The Shoulder](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/osteoarthritis-shoulder) - [Osteoarthritis Of The Thumb ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/osteoarthritis-thumb) - [Osteoarthritis Of The Wrist ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/osteoarthritis-wrist) - [Patellar (Kneecap) Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/patellar-kneecap-fracture) - [Osteonecrosis of the Hip](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/osteonecrosis-hip) - [Radial Head Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/radial-head-fracture) - [Rotator Cuff Tears ](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/rotator-cuff-tears) - [Shinbone Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/shinbone-fracture) - [Shoulder Dislocations](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/shoulder-dislocations) - [Shoulder Instability](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/shoulder-instability) - [Shoulder Joint Tear](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/shoulder-joint-tear) - [Sprained Ankle](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/sprained-ankle) - [Sprained Wrist](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/sprained-wrist) - [Spondylolisthesis](/orthopedic-surgery/spondylolisthesis) - [Trigger Finger](/orthopedic-surgery/trigger-finger) - [Upper Tibia (Shinbone) Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/upper-tibia-shinbone-fracture) - [Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture](/patient-care/conditions-we-treat/db/wrist-distal-radius-fracture) ## Our Team ### Fracture and Trauma Surgeons ### [Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/paul-tornetta-md) Chief of Orthopedic Surgery ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/2b92b7b6-f666-4741-b149-7fc14088de40/Tornetta_Paul_preserve-details-2-20pct-jpg?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [William R. Creevy, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/william-r-creevy-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![William Creevy Headshot](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/3475f32d-4c4f-4bf6-8e30-0f003d0952c9/William-Creevy_2x3-jpg?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Nathan Olszewski, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/nathan-olszewski-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/23b7189b-263a-4f7d-8a7a-c696b067ac8f/Nathan-Olszweski?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Foot and Ankle Surgeon ### [Mark Yakavonis, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/mark-yakavonis-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/4eda24f2-c5b2-49b1-8286-80c775f798a0/Mark-Yakavonis?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Hand and Elbow Surgeons ### [Andrew B. Stein, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/andrew-b-stein-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/ee500f79-7142-477a-aa13-5301e1a1784a/Andrew-Stein_web?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Hip and Knee Reconstruction Surgeon ### [Michael S. Kain, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/michael-s-kain-md) Orthopedic Surgeon; Inpatient Orthopedic Medical Director ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/faa33063-ba6b-4527-9865-f44c821f185a/Michael-Kain-1-2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeons ### [Ayesha R. Abdeen, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/ayesha-r-abdeen-md) Orthopedic Surgeon; Chief of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty (Replacement Surgery) ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/3cb20497-6e4a-4f19-a076-cc5ff951a2ee/Abdeen_web?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [David M. Freccero, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/david-m-freccero-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/51efa07b-01d0-40c0-98b1-fb968399cd8d/Dr-Freccero_Headshot_2x3-jpg?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Shoulder and Sports Medicine Surgeons ### [Xinning Li, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/xinning-li-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/4aea90fc-e26a-4630-9358-ef3e4829e580/Li-Xinning?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Robert J. Nicoletta, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/robert-j-nicoletta-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/36c1a784-fd10-4efa-ac84-471e1f1ad49a/Robert_Nicoletta_MD_upscaled-jpeg?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Spine Surgeons ### [Chadi Tannoury, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/chadi-tannoury-md) Orthopedic Surgeon ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/868a108f-f5b5-46ff-b7a8-fb59816a9e7f/Chadi-Tannoury_64_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Tony Tannoury, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/tony-tannoury-md) Orthopedic Surgeon; Director of Spine Services ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/b6ccc0a4-25e1-47cb-b51c-c6fa007ba1fb/Tannoury-Tony?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Pediatrics ### [Ronald E. McCartney, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/ronald-e-mccartney-md) Orthopedic Surgeon; Director of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/4d353563-3117-4052-8400-b4350b59757d/Ronald-McCartney_840_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Pain Management and Rehabilitation ### [Ibtehal Kimawi, MD](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/ibtehal-kimawi-md) Physiatrist (Orthopedic Pain Management & Rehabilitation Specialist) ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/b0272195-ee09-4b39-b410-9d859e7d37f6/Ibtehal-Kimawi-2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Physician Assistants ### [Kiley R. Aiello, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/kiley-r-aiello-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/61da5480-39ed-4fb6-bb88-29bb9b0b7d53/Kiley_Aiello_54_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Timothy M Britt, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/timothy-m-britt-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/530cf9c1-1daf-496e-8e51-7b289c9d7d40/Timothy-Britt_428_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Steven J. Forlivio, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/steven-j-forlivio-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/352f5129-13da-4831-9294-8ab146347059/Steven-Forlivio_1531_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Jennifer F. Hichborn, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/jennifer-f-hichborn-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/75746228-337e-46a1-b644-38022f49f00e/Hichborn_Jennifer_PA_Ortho?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Ryan D Kelaghan, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/ryan-d-kelaghan-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/2380aef7-5633-4054-b665-9047e9589d46/Kelaghan_Ryan_PA-C_Ortho?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Denis J. Murphy, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/denis-j-murphy-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/c27a8482-049b-4a6b-ac99-1d0ca0f505f2/Denis-Murphy-_1126_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Marvin Prado, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/marvin-prado-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![Placeholder image for doctor](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/headshoticon-v2.svg) ### [Emily R Young, PA-C](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/emily-r-young-pa-c) Physician Assistant ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/5dfb0ee0-5e7f-490c-b35b-a54f73df4e55/Young-Emily-PA-Ortho-surgery?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Nurse Practitioners ### [Kaye Bemis, NP](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/kaye-bemis-np) Nurse Practitioner ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/2d627aa4-f03b-4866-b1f6-5729c02fd422/Bemis_Kaye_NP_Ortho?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### [Margaret Kerns, NP](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/margaret-kerns-np) Nurse Practitioner ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/36975fd1-9ebc-4b49-b1dd-3ce032e1d8a9/Kerns_Margaret_NP_Ortho?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg) ### Administration **Adrienne Coats** Administrative Director **Joanne Garcia** Revenue Cycle Director ### Research **Beth C Bragdon, PhD** Assistant Professor, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine [**Louis C Gerstenfeld, PhD**](http://profiles.bu.edu/Louis.Gerstenfeld) Professor ## Patient Resources [### Orthopedic Patient External Resources A list of external resources regarding various orthopedic conditions. ](/orthopedic-surgery/resources) ## Provider Resources ## News [Read Orthopedic Surgery News](https://www.bmc.org/orthopedic-surgery/news) > "I experienced a severe tibia plateau fracture several years ago and my local orthopedic surgeon took a pass on performing the necessary surgery. [Dr. Tornetta](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/paul-tornetta-iii-md) took me as a patient on a moment's notice and performed the surgery to repair my exploded tibia the next day! He is a gifted surgeon and a really nice guy. I hold him in the highest regard. > > *~ Dave* > "[Dr. Li](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/xinning-li-md) performed 2 surgeries on my body in the past two years, a pectoralis major repair (shoulder) and a meniscus repair/ body part removal (knee). As a professional athlete I was pessimistic about my chances of maintaining my athleticism and being able to play at a high level again, but after Dr. Li successfully conducted these surgeries and got me back to exactly where I was before getting injured, I am not only grateful for the job he did but I am also ecstatic about continuing my career!" > > *~ Ousmane* > My back pain is gone! > I've seen many surgeons before finally seeing [Dr Tannoury](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/chadi-tannoury-md). No one believed or understood the reason of my back pain. Dr Tannoury did lumbar fusion on 2 discs and now my pain is gone! > > *~ Anonymous* > The personalized care that I received and the courtesy in which it was conducted was very very efficient. I really appreciate them, and I look forward to continue to have them service me in anyway - thank you. Have a good day. > > *~ Patient* > It was so nice to meet a wonderful compassionate dr. Who is a professional in every sense of the word. And his PA Jennifer just as professional and caring I am to have surgery soon and [Dr. Stein](/about-us/directory/doctor/andrew-b-stein-md) and his staff have been able to calm me down and that takes a lot > > *~ Patient* > [Dr. Creevy](/about-us/directory/doctor/william-r-creevy-md) is great!!! Took time to listen and answer all my questions. > > *~ Patient* > Great experience. [Dr. Freccero](/about-us/directory/doctor/david-m-freccero-md) explained in detail the procedure he performed and went through all of the steps of what to expect in my recovery. > > *~ Patient* > Excellent provider I would highly recommended him awesome surgeon with a fantastic bedside manner!!! > > *~ Patient* > the visits to the orthopedic department have been extraordinary .. amazing service amazing results > > *~ Patient* ## Department News ### [John Orasy’s Story](https://www.bmc.org/stories/john-orasys-story) John Orasy is a pro when it comes to joint replacements. By the time he had his left shoulder replaced in July 2024, he had already replaced both his hips, his right knee, and his right shoulder.But… Feb 27 ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [A Complex Surgery Gives Cheryl Her Life Back](https://www.bmc.org/stories/complex-surgery-gives-cheryl-her-life-back) When Cheryl realized living in pain was no longer possible, she turned to Chadi Tannoury, MD, for help. Over two days, he performed a complex surgery that gave Cheryl her life back. Jan 03 ![Cheryl Gillis-Smith](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/IMG_7894.png?itok=A353g7VK) ### [BMC is rewriting healthcare by listening and innovating](https://www.bmc.org/stories/listening-and-innovating) Rewriting Healthcare by Catherine Widgery, BMC PatientAfter a hip replacement at age 59, rower Catherine Widgery continued to win titles, making her the fastest woman rower over age 65 in the world… Jun 14 ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Hannah Gregorio’s Story](https://www.bmc.org/stories/hannah-gregorios-story) After two successful hip replacements, Hannah was ready for a knee replacement. “My right knee bent inward for many years, but it was more noticeable after my hips were done,” she explains. “It was… Jun 03 ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Asia Mei’s Story](https://www.bmc.org/stories/asia-meis-story) Local chef Asia Mei had hip replacement surgery with BMC orthopedic surgeon Dr. Michael Kain. A year later, she is fully back into her busy lifestyle — and thrilled to be living without constant pain. Dec 12 ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [After a bad fall, Luis recovers with innovative shoulder surgery at BMC](https://www.bmc.org/stories/luis-story) Luis Mendes, whose small business success relies on his physical health, worried what his future would hold after a severe shoulder injury. But Dr. Li at BMC used an innovative surgical method to… Mar 13 ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Paul Tornetta III, MD, Appointed Chief and Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery](https://www.bmc.org/node/169560) 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. ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH invited to serve as a member of the US Secretary of Labor Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health](https://www.bmc.org/node/169564) 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… ![Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH ](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/Berenji-Manijeh-184x184_0.jpeg?itok=sYj8kGOy) ### [Boston Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery Receives Blue Distinction Centers® for Spine Surgery Designation](https://www.bmc.org/node/169568) 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. ![Blue Distinction Centers® for Spine Surgery Designation](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/BDC_Poster-Spine-Boston-Medical-Center.jpeg?itok=xs6YeZhI) ### [Congratulations to Dr. Paul Tornetta III](https://www.bmc.org/node/169570) November 24, 2021 - We are pleased to announce that our Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery, Paul Tornetta III, MD, was recently appointed as the Second Vice-President of The American Academy of Orthopaedic… ![Dr. Paul Tornetta III](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/Tornetta_Headshot_2017.jpeg?itok=4d3P-0d1) ### [Boston Magazine names 2022 "Top Docs"](https://www.bmc.org/node/169572) 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… ![Boston Magazine names 2022 "Top Docs"](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-05%20at%208.25.27%20AM.png?itok=QWsY3yrh) ### [Dr. Chadi Tannoury Receives Prestigious Fellowship Award](https://www.bmc.org/node/169559) Congratulations to Chadi Tannoury, MD, BMC's medical director of orthopaedic ambulatory care, for being selected as a 2018 Japanese Orthopaedic Association Traveling Fellow. Sponsored by the American… ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH Elected to AOEC Board of Directors](https://www.bmc.org/node/169561) 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… ![Manijeh Berenji, MD, MPH](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/Berenji-Manijeh-184x184.jpeg?itok=m5YI8KcC) ### [Dr. Xinning Li to give grand rounds at University of Miami](https://www.bmc.org/node/169563) 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, … ![Dr. Xinning Li ](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/Dr-Li-University-Miami.jpeg?itok=eluoe-Ol) ### [The Department of Orthopedic Surgery Awarded Grant](https://www.bmc.org/node/169565) 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… ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Xinning Li, MD elected to ASES](https://www.bmc.org/node/169569) 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. ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [Congratulations to Louis Gerstenfeld, PhD!](https://www.bmc.org/node/169571) Louis Gerstenfeld, PhD, Director of the Orthopedic Research Laboratory, has been selected by the Orthopaedic Research Society and the ORS International Section of Fracture Repair (ISFR) as the 2022… ![News article icon](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/placeholders/news.png) ### [ Paul Tornetta III, MD, FAAOS, named second vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons](https://www.bmc.org/news/paul-tornetta-iii-md-faaos-named-second-vice-president-american-academy-orthopaedic-surgeons) CHICAGO (March 24, 2022)—Boston orthopaedic trauma surgeon Paul Tornetta III, MD, FAAOS, was named second vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ (AAOS) Board of Directors… ![AAOS Logo](/sites/default/files/styles/image_620w/public/news-images/aaos.jpg?itok=ECf7sMqf) ## Research Overview The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center is affiliated with the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. To learn about research activities, please visit the [Orthopedic Surgery](http://www.bumc.bu.edu/orthopaedics/) section of the Boston University website. The [Orthopaedic Research Laboratory](https://www.bumc.bu.edu/orthopaedics/orthopaedic-research-laboratory/) is dedicated to exploring the scientific basis of musculoskeletal diseases and injuries as well as developing new technologies for the improvement of musculoskeletal function resulting in improving the quality of life for orthopedic patients. ## Residency and Fellowship Information The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center is affiliated with the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. To learn about our residency and fellowship programs, please visit the [Orthopedic Surgery](http://www.bumc.bu.edu/orthopaedics/) section of the Boston University website. ## Instagram Takeover Have you ever wondered what life is like for a BMC Orthopedic Surgery resident? Dr. Alyssa Rothman shares a behind the scenes look! [![Boston Medical Center Instagram page](/themes/custom/bmc_base_theme/assets/images/icons/icon-instagram.svg)](https://www.instagram.com/bostonmedicalcenter/)