David G. Nazarian, M.D.
Director, Hip Surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital

Dr. Nazarian performs more joint replacements per year than most other surgeons in the world. He has published extensive research on the topic and has been asked to lecture at numerous physician seminars around the country.

Among the world’s leaders in joint replacement surgery, Dr. Nazarian’s extensive experience enables him to offer patients the latest, most innovative treatments for hip and knee replacements. He is devoted to providing the best possible care for his patients and individualizes each patient’s treatment plan based on his or her individual needs.

Further, as one of the foremost surgeons in the field, Dr. Nazarian works to share his knowledge with physicians from around the world through lectures and numerous published papers.

Awards and Accolades include:

  • Knee Society Award, Coventry Award
  • Eastern Orthopaedic Association, Ranawat Award

Education:

  • B.S. Tufts University
  • M.D. College of Physicians & Surgeons, Columbia University

Residencies/Fellowships:

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, New York Orthopaedic Hospital, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
  • Adult Reconstructive and Total Joint Surgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University

Current Academic/Administrative Appointments:

  • Attending Physician, Bryn Mawr Hospital
  • Associate Staff, Virtua Health
  • Medical Staff, Summit Surgical Center
  • Director, Hip Reconstruction, 3B Orthopaedics, Pennsylvania Hospital
  • Director, Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, Pennsylvania Hospital
  • Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Professional Memberships:

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Medical Association
  • Pennsylvania Medical Society
  • Philadelphia County Medical Society