Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery
Dr. Paul Rothenberg, M.D., is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. Specializing in both operative and non-operative treatments of sports-related injuries to the shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle. As the Chief of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery at Riverside Orthopaedic Institute and the Medical Director of Riverside Surgical Center, Dr. Rothenberg is a leading authority in the field, especially for those seeking an orthopedic sports medicine and shoulder specialist in NJ. Dr. Rothenberg is considered one of the top Orthopedic Surgeons in Northern NJ including Bergen, Hudson, Essex and Passaic Counties.
AREAS OF SPECIALTY
We can help you with the following conditions:
Sports Medicine and Shoulder Specialist
We specialize in inpatient rehabilitation, offering round-the-clock hospital care for patients in need. Our personalized treatments are designed to help you return to living your life fully.
- Three hours of therapy, five days per week;
- 24/7 nursing care, including nurses who specialize in rehabilitation;
- Frequent visits from a physician.
Why people choose Dr. Rothenberg
Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery
Board certification demonstrates advanced expertise and commitment to Orthopaedic Surgery. This rigorous process involves extensive training, successful completion of comprehensive examinations, and ongoing education to ensure the highest standard of patient care. Board certification reflects Dr. Rothenberg’s dedication to excellence and his ability to provide top-tier orthopedic treatments.
Dr. Rothenberg has completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine. This advanced training equips him with in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge techniques and a comprehensive understanding of sports-related and shoulder conditions. For patients, choosing a fellowship-trained surgeon means receiving care from a specialist who is highly skilled in surgical management of athletic trauma and shoulder injuries.
With four years of experience on his college varsity football team, Dr. Rothenberg deeply connects with his patients’ experiences and challenges. Having faced his own injuries, he understands the impact they can have and is dedicated to helping patients recover fully. His goal is to restore their health and enable them to return to competition and enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle.
Raised in Northern New Jersey, Dr. Rothenberg has deep local ties and often cares for friends and family from the community. His strong sense of pride in his home state drives his commitment to providing outstanding care to New Jersey residents.
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