Orthopaedics
Alexander Vaccaro, M.D., PH.D.
Richard H. Rothman Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery; Professor of Neurosurgery, Thomas Jefferson University; President, Rothman Orthopaedics
Alexander R. Vaccaro, MD, PhD, MBA, is a world-renowned orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the comprehensive treatment of pathologic conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic, and lumbosacral spine. He manages degenerative disc disease, scoliosis and spinal deformities, trauma, infections, and tumors. Dr. Vaccaro employs minimally invasive surgical techniques and image-guided technologies for spinal disorders. As President of Rothman Orthopaedics since 2014, Richard H. Rothman Professor
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- Georgetown University School of Medicine — M.D., 1987
- Thomas Jefferson University — Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, 1988-1992
- University of California San Diego — Spine Fellowship, 1992-1993
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Surgical Internship, 1987-1988
- University of Utrecht — Ph.D., Spinal Trauma, 2007
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
- North American Spine Society — Leon Wiltse Award for excellence in leadership and clinical research for spine care
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital
- Jefferson Stratford Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
35+ years in practice