Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
Special Expertise: Shoulder And Elbow Surgery
Education: Northwestern University, Northwestern University Medical School, University Of Miami Orthopedic Residency
Fellowship: Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Florida Orthopedic Institute
Memberships: American Shoulder & Elbow Surgeons, Association Of Clinical Elbow &Shoulder Surgeons, Fellow Of American Academy Of Orthopedic Surgeons
Hospital Affiliation: Holy Cross Hospital - Fort Lauderdale
Nationally known for his expertise in treating shoulder and elbow injuries, Jonathan Levy, M.D., chief of orthopedic surgery at the Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute in Fort Lauderdale, has established Holy Cross Hospital as one of the top destinations for shoulder replacement surgery in the country.
Dr. Levy prides himself in utilizing the latest technologies in shoulder surgery, offering patients opportunities to participate in four recent FDA trials as well as access to countless leading techniques and solutions in the field of shoulder and elbow surgery.
“I am committed to cutting-edge research and evidence-based orthopedics as this is what helps me consistently improve patient outcomes,” says Dr. Levy.
As a testimony to his commitment to innovation, Dr. Levy has played a critical role in the design of the latest anatomic and reverse shoulder replacements and has helped design implants for treating fractures of the clavicle, scapula, shoulder and elbow. He travels around the world educating surgeons on performing complex shoulder surgical procedures and has served as program director for the Holy Cross Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship for the past nine years. He has also written more than 100 peer-reviewed journal articles.
Dr. Levy performs close to 350 shoulder replacements a year and has been the highest-volume shoulder replacement surgeon in the country for several years.
“It’s clearly shown that improved outcomes and avoidance of complications are directly related to how often you do the procedure,” he says.
With his long history of clinical research, academic achievement and national and international lectures, Dr. Levy has defined Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute as a preeminent referral center for shoulder and elbow problems.
“Today, South Florida patients should not feel compelled to travel for surgical opinions,” he says. “Some of the best orthopedic care in the country is available right here.”