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Joseph Abboud, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Philadelphia, PA, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

JosephAlbertAbboudMD

Orthopaedic Surgery Philadelphia, PA

Elbow Surgery, Shoulder Surgery

Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Jefferson Medical College-Thos Jefferson Univ

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Summary

  • Dr. Abboud is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and specializes in the treatment of patients with shoulder and elbow disorders. He is an internationally recognized authority on the treatment of shoulder and elbow disorders. He is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and has recently completed his four year term as the Senior Vice President of Clinical Affairs at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute. During this time he worked with the executive leadership team to oversee a time of tremendous organizational growth of Rothman Orthopaedic Institute.


    Dr. Abboud graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Joseph’s University in 1994 with a B.S. in Biology. He received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine where he was promoted with “Distinction.” He earned membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Society and graduated with honors in 1998. He went on to complete his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania where he served as the administrative chief resident. He subsequently completed two (one-year) fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania in Shoulder and Elbow surgery and orthopaedic biomechanics.
    Dr. Abboud maintains a full clinical practice and an active academic and teaching schedule. He has 20 years of experience in shoulder and elbow surgery. He actively participates in regional, national, and international orthopaedic societies and serves on various national committees in leadership positions.

    Dr. Abboud performs a wide variety of simple and complex surgical procedures on the shoulder and elbow including arthroscopic surgery (e.g. rotator cuff repairs, instability surgery) comprehensive fracture care, as well as shoulder and elbow replacement (arthroplasty) procedures. Dr. Abboud is most proud of the fact that he has been caring for patients in the Delaware Valley, Philadelphia, and South Jersey since the late 90's.
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    As part of the Rothman Institute's Joint Replacement Program, one of the nation's top programs, Joseph A. Abbound, MD specializes in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Education & Training

  • Harvard Business School
    Harvard Business SchoolExecutive Management Program, Senior Management, 2020 - 2021
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System
    University of Pennsylvania Health SystemFellowship, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedics, 2004 - 2005
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System
    University of Pennsylvania Health SystemResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998 - 2004
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    Georgetown University School of MedicineClass of 1998
  • St. Joseph’s University
    St. Joseph’s UniversityBS, Biology, Summa Cum Laude, 1990 - 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 2005 - 2025
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2021 - 2024
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 2000 - 2024
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2019 - 2024
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Recognized Among the Top 28 Shoulder Surgeons in the United States Orthopaedics This Week, 2012, 2014
  • Best Doctors in America Suburban Life Magazine, 2014
  • Achievement Award Winner AAOS, 2014
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Instability After Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Which Patients Dislocate?  
    Eric M. Padegimas, MD, Benjamin Zmistowski, MD, Camilo Restrepo, MD, Joseph A. Abboud, MD, Mark D. Lazarus, MD, Matthew L. Ramsey, MD, Gerald R. Williams, MD, and Sure..., The American Journal of Orthopedics, 12/2017
  • Randomized Controlled Trial of Interscalene Block Compared with Injectable Liposomal Bupivacaine in Shoulder Arthroplasty  
    Surena Namdari, MD, MSc, Thema Nicholson, MSc, Joseph Abboud, MD, Mark Lazarus, MD, Dean Steinberg, MD, and Gerald Williams, MD, THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY, 4/5/2017
  • Shoulder Synovial Fluid Lipoprotein Levels and Their Relationship to the Rotator Cuff  
    DANIEL E. DAVIS, ALEXA NARZIKUL, DANIEL SHOLDER, MARK LAZARUS, SURENA NAMDARI, and JOSEPH ABBOUD, Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 3/2017
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Books/Book Chapters

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Abstracts/Posters

  • The Diagnostic Accuracy of Non-Contrast MRI for Detecting Glenohumeral Cartilage Lesions: A Prospective Comparison to Arthroscopy
    Corinne VanBeek, Bryan Loeffler, Alexa Narzikul, Victoria Gordon, Michael Rasiej, Jonathan Kazam, Joseph Abboud, Eastern Orthopedic Association, 10/22/2014
  • Rate Of Utilization Of Physician-Owned Specialty Hospitals Versus University Facilities For Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgeries - Does Ownership Effect Utilization?
    Eric Black, John Reynolds, Mitch Maltenfort, Gerald Williams, Joseph Abboud, Mark Lazarus, Eastern Orthopedic Association, 10/22/2014
  • A Survey Of Expert Opinion Regarding Rotator Cuff Repair
    Daniel Acevedo, Scott Paxton, Gerald Williams, Joseph Abboud, Eastern Orthopedic Association, 10/22/2014
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Lectures

  • Testing the Utility of Engineered Anti-Collagen I Antibody to Limit the Formation of Collagen-Rich Fibrotic Deposits in a Rabbit Model of Posttraumatic Joint Stiffness 
    10/16/2014
  • Diagnostic accuracy of noncontrast MRI for detection of glenohumeral cartilage lesions: a prospective comparison to arthroscopy 
    10/13/2014
  • Young Guns Symposium: Closed Meeting ASES. Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Exposure, Pro Subscapularis Tenotomy/Peel 
    10/10/2014
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Press Mentions

  • Medical Mystery: What Caused Woman’s Arm Pain and Weakness?
    Medical Mystery: What Caused Woman’s Arm Pain and Weakness?October 8th, 2021
  • Perioperative Acetaminophen Use Significantly Reduces Opioid Utilization and Improves Pain Control Following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    Perioperative Acetaminophen Use Significantly Reduces Opioid Utilization and Improves Pain Control Following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff RepairAugust 31st, 2021
  • Effect of Perioperative Acetaminophen on Pain Management in Patients Undergoing Rotator Cuff Repair: A Prospective Randomized Study
    Effect of Perioperative Acetaminophen on Pain Management in Patients Undergoing Rotator Cuff Repair: A Prospective Randomized StudyMarch 23rd, 2021
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Grant Support

  • Prevention of Joint FibrosisDepartment of Defense2013–2016

Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations