Expert for Media Profile
Surgery
Neil J. Cobelli, MD
- Professor, Orthopedic Surgery
- Chairman, Orthopedic Surgery
- Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Expert Summary
Dr. Cobelli is a recognized expert in the field of orthopedic adult reconstructive surgery with a focus on adult hip and knee replacements. From March 2002, he served as Director of the Orthopedic Division of Surgery, until his appointment as Chairman of the re-established academic department at Einstein in June 2012. As the University Chairman of the unified Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Montefiore and our Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he has worked to strengthen the academic side of the department, developing a laboratory research base at Einstein by collaborating with and supporting Einstein scientists whose programs relate to connective tissue biology. He has also developed one the most competitive residency programs in the country, attracting top medical school graduates for orthopedic training.