Committed to helping patients improve mobility and eliminate pain, Dr. Rushton is one of the nation’s leaders in spine surgery. His expertise combined with his devotion to his patients makes him one of the most sought after surgeons in the field.

From cervical spine disorders to spine-related issues in children, Dr.Rushton’s peers often call upon him to teach the latest techniques and treatments in the field. His experience enables him to carefully develop an individualized treatment approach for each of his patients.

Through his work, Dr. Rushton has helped thousands of patients regain mobility. In fact, his research continues to advance the field, offering help and hope for many patients who suffer from spinal injury and disease.

Awards and Accolades include:

• Orthopaedic Surgery Award
• Mark D. Chilton Award
• Everett J. Gordon Award
• Coventry Basic Science Research Award, American Hip and Knee Society

Education:

• B.S. Villanova University
• M.D. Jefferson Medical College

Residencies/Fellowships:

• Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
• Spine Surgery, University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western Reserve University

Current Academic/Administrative Appointments:

• Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
• Director, Pennsylvania Hospital Spinal Reconstructive Fellowship
• Medical Director, Center for Spinal Disorders, Lankenau Hospital
• Attending Physician, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
• Attending Physician, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
• Attending Physician, Presbyterian Medical Center
  
• Attending Physician, Bryn Mawr Hospital
• Attending Physician, Delaware County Memorial Hospital
• Attending Physician, Lankenau Hospital
  

Professional Memberships:

• American Medical Association
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Thomas Bond Medical Society
• Jefferson Orthopaedic Society
• Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society