Adam Levin, MD, joined the Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery as an assistant professor in orthopaedic oncology. Dr. Levin comes to Johns Hopkins after working as an orthopaedic oncologist at the North Shore/LIJ Health System in New York. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and a fellowship in orthopaedic oncology at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Levin offers care and consultations for adults and children with bone and soft tissue tumors of the pelvis and extremities. He has extensive experience in performing limb-sparing and complex extremity reconstruction surgeries. Dr. Levin has a special interest in surgical palliation and biologic reconstruction. Dr. Levin is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society. Dr. Levin is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Ollier Disease, Hip Replacement, and Osteotomy.

Dr. Khaled Kebaish serves as chief of the Spine Division in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a professor of orthopaedic surgery and neurological surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include spine deformities and scoliosis, degenerative spine disorders, spine tumors and disc arthroplasty. Dr. Kebaish earned his M.D. from Cairo University. He completed his residency at University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, and performed a fellowship in spinal reconstructive surgery at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Kebaish's research interests include the clinical and functional outcomes of spine surgery with a special focus on adult deformity surgery. He also focuses on the biomechanical testing and evaluation of different fixation devices and techniques in the adult spine. Dr. Kebaish is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Lordosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Brock Lindsey, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in orthopaedic oncology. He treats children and adults with all types of bone and soft tissue sarcomas. Dr. Lindsey has expertise in nanoparticle delivery of immunotherapy, immunodiagnostics as a novel treatment for osteosarcoma, as well as complex reconstruction after amputation, including osseointegration. Dr. Lindsey earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati. He then completed an orthopaedic surgery residency at West Virginia University’s (WVU) J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, becoming the department’s first to complete a research fellowship during residency. Dr. Lindsey also pursued a fellowship in musculoskeletal oncology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) and UPMC Children’s Hospital before returning to WVU Medicine as an attending physician. During his 12 years at WVU Medicine, Dr. Lindsey created programs in musculoskeletal oncology and adult reconstruction as well as a multidisciplinary amputation clinic. He also led a musculoskeletal research laboratory into the national rankings for federal funding for orthopaedic surgery departments. His research focuses on improving treatment strategies for metastatic osteosarcoma and exploring human/machine interfaces for amputees. His work has been published in local, national and international basic science and clinical research journals. Dr. Lindsey has experience mentoring and training students at all levels from undergraduate and graduate students to postdoctoral positions. He won Press Ganey’s “Top Provider” award every year between 2013 and 2018. He also founded ICaPath, a biotech startup derived from his laboratory research that is currently working toward a first in-human clinical trial. Videos Brock Lindsey, M.D.Orthopaedic Oncologist OsseointegrationQ&A with Dr. Brock Lindsey. Dr. Lindsey is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Leg or Foot Amputation, and Hip Replacement.

Albert Aboulafia is an Orthopedics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Aboulafia is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Fibrosarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Hip Replacement.

Savyasachi “Savya” Thakkar, M.D., is a hip and knee reconstructive surgeon serving patients in the Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., metro areas. His expertise is in minimally invasive hip and knee surgery, including partial and total hip and knee replacement, outpatient joint replacement and complex revisions after previous joint replacement. Dr. Thakkar uses computer and robotic-assisted techniques for these procedures to provide cutting-edge care to patients with hip and knee arthritis. Currently an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Thakkar completed his medical degree at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and stayed for his residency with the Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He was the first recipient of the Ronald P. Byank leadership award as a chief resident. He continued his training as a knee arthritis and traumatology fellow in Switzerland, followed by an adult reconstruction fellowship in New York. He then pursued the prestigious European Knee Society traveling fellowship focusing on advanced surgical techniques in the management of arthritis. Dr. Thakkar’s research interests include technological advances in the treatment of arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, the economic impact of arthritis and the optimization of hospital protocols for arthritis management. He is also interested in exploring same-day joint replacement surgery to help patients minimize time in the hospital and maximize return to function. Dr. Thakkar is the chair of Orthopaedic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Dr. Thakkar is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. David Cohen is an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include spine and back disorders, spinal injuries and cervical degenerative disc disease and injury. Dr. Cohen earned his M.D. from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and his M.P.H. from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. He completed his residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and performed a fellowship in Spinal Reconstructive Surgery at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Cohen’s research interests include scoliosis, spinal deformities, patient safety, clinical outcomes studies, vertebral augmentation and the development of a large animal osteoporosis model. Dr. Cohen is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Cervical Myelopathy, and Laminectomy.

Dr. Lee Hunter Riley III is a professor of orthopaedic surgery and neurological surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He serves as vice director of clinical operations in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He specializes in surgical treatments for spinal disorders and injuries. Dr. Riley received his M.D. from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1986. Following a residency in orthopaedic surgery and a fellowship in spinal surgery at Johns Hopkins, he completed a second fellowship in spinal surgery at the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1993. In addition to clinical interests in the cervical spine and adult spinal disorders, his research interests include disc degeneration, metastatic disease, vertebroplasty and cervical spine disorder. Dr. Riley has authored or co-authored over 100 scholarly publications. Dr. Riley is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Emily Cha is an Orthopedics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Cha is currently accepting new patients.

Terrence O Donovan is an Orthopedics provider in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. O Donovan is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Symphalangism Distal, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Syndactyly Type 1.

Paul Sponseller is an Orthopedics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sponseller is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

Mark Myerson is an Orthopedics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Myerson is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, High Arch, Accessory Navicular Bone, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

Wesley Durand is an Orthopedics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Durand is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Shoulder Arthroscopy.

Louis Ruland is an Orthopedics provider in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Ruland is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

Christopher Salib is an Orthopedics provider in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Salib has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Khurram Pervaiz is an Orthopedics provider in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Pervaiz is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, and Tendinitis.

Lucas Nikkel, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement. He has experience in treating people who have severe hip and knee arthritis, fractures and related conditions, as well as in performing a variety of joint replacement and reconstruction procedures. He is especially skilled in the minimally invasive anterior hip replacement approach. Dr. Nikkel attended Dartmouth College, and obtained his medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, and continued his training with a fellowship in adult reconstruction surgery at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. Before joining Johns Hopkins, he worked as an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Penn State College of Medicine for four years. During his training, Dr. Nikkel gained experience as a team physician for several high school and college sports teams, including hockey, soccer and football. He has received multiple awards, including a Merck Award for Academic Excellence and the Young Investigator Award from the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research. Dr. Nikkel’s research interests include approaches to hip and knee replacement, hip fracture management and outcomes, and fracture risk assessments. He co-authored numerous research publications on these topics, and has received awards for presenting his findings at national conferences. Dr. Nikkel is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Videos Lucas Nikkel, M.D., Biography Hip Replacement Surgery Knee Replacement Surgery Knee Arthritis Treatment Options. Dr. Nikkel is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Lithotripsy.

Dr. Babar Shafiq is an orthopaedic surgeon fellowship trained in traumatology who performs surgery for acute trauma and adult reconstruction. As an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, the Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. Dr. Shafiq is very active clinically caring for patients with a broad range of orthopaedic injuries and conditions. An abbreviated list incudes: Poorly healing Fractures called Non-unions/Malunions Limb Deformity/Limb Length Hip Replacements Fractures: Lower Extremity: Hip, Pelvis, Acetabulum, Femur, Tibia, Tibia plateau, Ankle, Foot Upper Extremity: Shoulder, Clavicle, Humerus, Scapula, Elbow, Forearm, Distal Radius Fractures around hip and knee replacements Dr. Shafiq completed his orthopaedic trauma fellowship in Minnesota at the renowned Regions Hospital/University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship. He has practiced orthopaedic traumatology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital since 2013 after spending 2 years serving as the Director of Orthopaedic Trauma at Howard University Hospital where he also completed his medical and residency training. In addition, Dr. Shafiq formerly practiced Physical Therapy after completing a master's degree prior to attending medical school. His knowledge of biomechanics, rehabilitation, and surgery make him uniquely qualified to guide patients from injury through rehab and on to optimal recovery. Current academic and administrative appointments: Director: Johns Hopkins Orthopaedic Bone Health Center (where he partners with Andra Love, PA-C to identify and manage the care of patients with fragility fractures and osteoporosis related fracture risk) Associate Program Director: Johns Hopkins Orthopaedic Residency training program Dr. Shafiq is very active in teaching and research. He gives lectures and teaches medical students, residents and fellows on a daily basis both at Johns Hopkins and at regional, national and international courses. Dr. Shafiq has authored or co-authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters (See PUBMED for a detailed list) Outside of the hospital Dr. Shafiq spends time with his wife, 3 children and his dog. He is active in cycling, running and swimming. Dr. Shafiq is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Infectious Arthritis, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Fasciotomy, and Hip Replacement.

Marc Hungerford is an Orthopedics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Hungerford is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Sang Hun Lee, M.D., Ph.D, is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon with expertise in complex cervical spine (neck) and spine tumor surgery. Dr. Lee specializes in the latest orthopaedic and neurosurgical techniques in cervical spine degenerative disc disease, cervical spine minimally invasive procedures, cervical spine deformities, cervical spinal reconstruction, and management of spinal tumors (primary and metastatic spine tumors). Dr. Lee is also performing endoscopic spine surgeries, which is the most technically advanced minimally invasive spine surgery for cervical and lumbar disc herniation or spinal stenosis using uniportal or biportal endoscopic procedures. Dr. Lee was a Full Professor and taught numerous residents and fellows in South Korea from 1999 to 2015, and he became a renowned cervical spine expert in the Asia-Pacific region. As a founding member of Korean and Asian Pacific Cervical Spine, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Spinal Tumor Research Societies, Dr. Lee has been a key speaker and thought leader at numerous international spine meetings. He has also been invited to visit and operate with leading spine surgeons in the U.S., Japan and around the world. Dr. Lee regularly teaches other surgeons at national and international meetings on safety and efficiency when performing cervical spine surgery, the latest techniques in the field and strategies for complication avoidance. He has been on the faculty at the Cervical Spine Research Society meetings and the instructional courses. Dr. Lee is an international expert on diagnosis, nonsurgical and surgical treatment of cervical spine conditions and spine tumors. He has authored or co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and articles on diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions. His work has resulted in numerous research awards and podium presentations. Dr. Lee completed his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees at the prestigious Kyung Hee University, School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency and spine fellowship at Kyung Hee University hospital in Seoul, one of the most prestigious programs in Asia. Dr. Lee also pursued advanced spinal tumor and neurosurgical oncology training at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, where he worked with world-experts on complex spinal tumor reconstructive surgery. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft.

Nakul S. Talathi, M.D., is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the care of children and adolescents the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions. He offers both surgical and nonsurgical management for wide range of pediatric orthopaedic injuries and disorders, with particular expertise in hip conditions, scoliosis, and fracture care. His clinical interests include developmental dysplasia of the hip, pediatric and adolescent hip disorders, and hip preservation, as well as the care of children and adolescents with spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis. Dr. Talathi is committed to delivering patient-centered, family-focused care tailored to each child’s unique needs. Dr. Talathi earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of California, Los Angeles. He then pursued fellowship training in pediatric orthopaedics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He is a member of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America. Dr. Talathi has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, authored textbook chapters, and has presented at national and international meetings. His scholarly work spans topics such as fracture management, developmental dysplasia of the hip, adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, and surgical education Outside of medicine, Dr. Talathi is an avid University of Georgia sports fan, and enjoys cooking, gardening, and traveling with his wife. Dr. Talathi is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Collins Pope Syndrome, Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas, Osteochondroma, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

Richard A. Schaefer, M.D., is an orthopaedic specialist treating patients with a variety of bone, tendon and ligament conditions affecting back and neck, arm and shoulder, hip and leg and other parts of the body. He uses nonsurgical treatments to help patients recover from joint pain, joint injuries and related conditions. In addition to his medical degree and orthopaedic residency training, Dr. Schaefer is fellowship-trained in orthopaedic oncology through the Mayo Clinic and holds a master’s degree in public health from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Schaefer served for over 30 years in the U.S. Army, retiring at the rank of colonel. He had a number of stateside and overseas assignments at military medical facilities, including two tours in Afghanistan. He received several military decorations and awards for his service, including the Bronze Star Medal and Combat Action Badge. Dr. Schaefer is a graduate of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Leadership Fellows Program and has served on several AAOS committees, including the Public Relations Oversight Group, Women’s Health Advisory Board and the Diversity Advisory Board. Videos Dr. Richard SchaeferOrthopaedic Surgeon Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Providing Compassionate Care during COVID-19American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (October 2020). Dr. Schaefer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Trigger Thumb.

Dr. Greg Osgood is an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Chief of Orthopaedic Trauma for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. His areas of expertise include orthopaedic trauma, with a special focus on fracture non-unions, pelvis and acetabular injuries, and fractures and surgical infections. Dr. Osgood’s undergraduate degree is from Harvard University. He completed medical school at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York. Dr. Osgood began his orthopaedic residency training with the United States Air Force and completed this training at New York Orthopaedic Hospital at the Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center. In 2005, he completed an Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. He joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2010 as the organization''s first orthopaedic trauma faculty member. Dr. Osgood’s interests in orthopaedic trauma care include fracture non-unions, pelvis and acetabular injuries, routine fractures and surgical infections. Dr. Osgood is a former major in the United States Air Force. He completed several combat deployments, providing orthopaedic trauma care to our military. Dr. Osgood is actively involved in numerous professional organizations, including being the associate editor of the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, a member of the AO North America Teaching Faculty, a member of the Education Committee of the Osteosynthesis and Trauma Care Foundation, Orthopaedic Trauma Association Military Committee, and the director of the Humanitarian Program of the Osteosynthesis and Trauma Care Foundation. Videos Dr. Greg OsgoodOrthopaedic Trauma Surgeon An Innovative Approach to Nerve Repair ‚Äî Santi‚Äôs Story. Dr. Osgood is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Vertebroplasty.

Sam Sydney is an Orthopedics provider in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Sydney is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Ke Xie is an Orthopedics provider in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Xie is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Rachel Sotsky, M.D., is an orthopaedic specialist with expertise in trauma surgery. She specializes in the treatment of traumatic bone fractures, including fractures of the arms, legs, hips and pelvis. Dr. Sotsky also provides post-traumatic fracture care, including the treatment of fracture complications such as nonunions and malunions. She is passionate about helping patients recover their previous function while using the least invasive techniques possible. She also enjoys teaching, taking advantage of opportunities to pass on her knowledge to the next generation of trauma specialists. Dr. Sotsky is an assistant professor in the Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Her research interests include motor vehicle mortality and osteoarthritis. She graduated from the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where she also completed an orthopaedic surgery residency and served as chief resident. During her residency, she pursued additional orthopaedic oncology training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Following her residency, she completed an orthopaedic trauma fellowship at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Sotsky is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Osteoporosis, and Hip Replacement.