Orthopaedics
John-Erik Bell, M.D.
Associate Professor, Orthopaedics, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
John-Erik Bell, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire. He focuses on a broad spectrum of shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff tears, osteoarthritis of the shoulder, joint pain, fractures, dislocations, and sports injuries. Dr. Bell treats complex cases such as shoulder instability, performs revision surgeries following prior operations, and manages elbow-related issues. H
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine — M.D., 2000
- New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center — Fellowship, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, 2005-2006
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2000-2005
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
- Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice