Dr. Thomas A. Einhorn is a distinguished leader in orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal research with an international reputation for clinical excellence and scientific innovation. He currently serves as Director of Clinical and Translational Research for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health, where he also holds the position of Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU School of Medicine. A graduate of Cornell University Medical College, Dr. Einhorn completed his residency at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center and Columbia University in New York City, followed by advanced fellowship training at The Hospital for Special Surgery. With over 45 years of clinical experience, he previously served as Chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Boston Medical Center for nearly two decades before joining NYU Langone in 2015, bringing extensive leadership and scholarly expertise to one of the nation's premier academic medical centers.
Dr. Einhorn is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in adult hip and knee reconstruction surgery and his innovative research on biologic techniques for treating joint ailments and musculoskeletal disorders. His expertise spans bone and cartilage repair, regeneration, and metabolic bone disease, with significant contributions to advancing arthroplasty procedures and understanding fracture healing mechanisms. As Principal Investigator of the NIH-sponsored multi-center HEALTH study investigating optimal approaches to hip fracture treatment, he has established evidence-based frameworks that directly influence clinical practice guidelines across the United States. His translational research laboratory focuses on bridging fundamental scientific discoveries with practical clinical applications, developing novel therapeutic strategies that improve outcomes for patients with complex orthopedic conditions.
Through his leadership at NYU Langone, Dr. Einhorn oversees a comprehensive research program dedicated to understanding, treating, and preventing musculoskeletal diseases while fostering collaboration between basic scientists and clinical practitioners. He plays a pivotal role in advancing orthopedic education and training the next generation of surgeons within NYU Langone's renowned residency program, one of the oldest and most esteemed in the country. His commitment to integrating the latest research evidence into patient care at NYU Langone's Center for Musculoskeletal Care ensures that clinical practices remain at the forefront of innovation. As the department continues to grow as one of the highest-volume orthopedic surgery programs in the nation performing over 20,000 procedures annually, Dr. Einhorn's vision and scientific leadership maintain NYU Langone's position as a global leader in orthopedic care and research advancement.
