
Overview
David P. Trofa, MD, is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in the operative and non-operative treatment of athletes of all ages and skill levels, including pediatric and adult patients. He is an expert in arthroscopic and open surgery of the knee, shoulder, and elbow. Dr. Trofa has a particlar intrest in advanced knee disorders and complex knee pathologies, focusing on cartilage restoration, non-surgical management of early arthritis, meniscus injuries, ligament reconstruction, knee dislocations, and patellofemoral disorders. His shoulder practice focuses on labral tears, SLAP tears, rotator cuff tears, and frozen shoulder; while his elbow expertise includes treatment for medial/lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), instability, and ligament reconstruction. Dr. Tofa also leverages the latest orthobiologic treatments in his practice, including platelet rich plasma (PRP), to provide athletes with a full spectrum of treatment options.A native of Wilton, Connecticut, Dr. Trofa is a former athlete who competed at the national level in soccer and wrestling. After receiving a B.A. in Biology from Columbia University he graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine with Research Honors. He completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he was twice awarded the Ira Wolfe Award for Excellence in Sports Medicine Research. Following residency, Dr. Trofa completed a fellowship in sports medicine, shoulder, and elbow at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, NC. While there, he served as a team physician for multiple professional and collegiate teams such as the Carolina Panthers and the Charlotte Knights. He currently serves as the Chief Physician for Columbia Athletics.Throughout his training Dr. Trofa has been active in academic research having published over 50 peer-reviewed articles on a variety of topics related to ACL reconstruction, Tommy John surgery (UCL reconstruction), osteochondral transplantation, Achilles tendon repairs, surgical techniques and post-operative physical therapy protocols. Dr. Trofa’s ongoing research projects are focused on optimizing patient outcomes with a particular interest in complex knee pathology, including articular cartilage, ligamentous, and meniscal injuries. Hs is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), and the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS).
Dr. Trofa is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis of the Heel, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 193 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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693 White Plains Road, Eastchester, NY 10709
161 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
1111 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, NY 10604
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Dr. Trofa has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Dr. Lawrence Lenke, Co-Director of Och Spine, surgeon-in-chief at the Och Spine Hospital, and chief of spinal deformity surgery in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center.Lawrence Lenke, MD is one of the world's foremost leaders in spinal deformity surgery. His world-renowned practice is devoted exclusively to spinal deformity surgery with an emphasis on complex reconstructive surgery in both children and adults for the treatment of various spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, flatback syndrome, and other major spinal imbalances, as well as spondylolisthesis. He is generally regarded as the premier spinal deformity surgeon in the world, having developed the classification system for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS), to which his name is now attached.After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and his MD from Northwestern University Medical School, Dr. Lenke completed his internship and residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University School of Medicine. While at Washington University, he also completed his fellowship training in pediatric and adult orthopedic spine surgery.Dr. Lenke has been listed in America's Top Doctors for the past 10 years and Best Doctors in America the past 15 years. Dr. Lenke was honored with the North American Spine Society’s 2013 Leon Wiltse Award for excellence in leadership and/or clinical research in spine care. Also in 2013, Dr. Lenke was listed in Orthopedics This Week as one of “The Top 28 Spine Surgeons in North America.” He served as president of the Scoliosis Research Society 2010-2011, the oldest and most prestigious spine society in the world; its single focus is the advancement of care in patients with spinal deformity. As a reflection of his preeminent surgical skills, he has hosted over 700 spinal surgeons from around the globe to observe his surgeries in the past 15 years.Dr. Lenke’s prolific academic career includes writing over 360 published peer-reviewed manuscripts, editing five textbooks on Spinal Surgery, writing more than 125 textbook chapters, chairing over 100 Spinal Surgery meetings and having been an invited Visiting Professor domestically and internationally more than 100 times. Dr. Lenke is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David P. Trofa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David P. Trofa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David P. Trofa by calling their office at 914-750-4630. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David P. Trofa a top-rated expert for Achilles Tendon Rupture?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David P. Trofa is classified as an Distinguished expert for Achilles Tendon Rupture, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David P. Trofa specialize in?
While Dr. David P. Trofa is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. David P. Trofa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David P. Trofa has published 193 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achilles Tendon Rupture. You can view a list of Dr. David P. Trofa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David P. Trofa accept my insurance?
Dr. David P. Trofa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 914-750-4630 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Trofa isDistinguished. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Advanced
- EndoscopyDr. Trofa isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- OsteotomyDr. Trofa isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- TendinitisDr. Trofa isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenotomyDr. Trofa isAdvanced. Learn about Tenotomy.
- Experienced
- Acute PainDr. Trofa isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- ArthritisDr. Trofa isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Bone GraftDr. Trofa isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- BursitisDr. Trofa isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Bursitis of the HeelDr. Trofa isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis of the Heel.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Trofa isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.


