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Biography: Carl L. Herndon, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee reconstruction. He is skilled in the operative and nonoperative treatment of hip and knee injuries, including minimally invasive total joint arthroplasty (including anterior approach hip replacement), advanced techniques like robotically assisted total knee replacement, and unicompartmental (partial) knee replacement, as well as the latest approaches to managing periprosthetic joint infection and treatment of periprosthetic fracture. He also provides advanced care for hip, knee, and femur fractures and nonsurgical management for pain and arthritis. After receiving a B.A. in communications from Northwestern University, Dr. Herndon completed medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine, in Gainesville, FL. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he also served as administrative chief resident. He completed his fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery at OrthoCarolina, one of the nation's leading independent orthopedic practices. Throughout his training, Dr. Herndon has been active in academic research and has published numerous articles in major academic journals, including the Journal of Arthroplasty, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, and Arthroplasty Today. His research interests include health policy and access to care, periprosthetic infection and fracture repair, and patient optimization. Dr. Herndon has presented papers and presentations at national meetings and has received multiple awards for research. He is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Herndon is passionate about his role as an educator and mentor for residents and fellows at Columbia and continues to be actively involved in global outreach and service, including volunteer work in Ecuador, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Honduras through organizations like Global Health Outreach and Operation Walk.

Care Philosophy: As a former athlete, I'm passionate about providing care to local sports teams. I treat shoulder and elbow arthritis, rotator cuff disorders, shoulder instability, tendon and ligament injuries, and fractures using minimally invasive, arthroscopic techn

Biography: David P. Trofa, MD, is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in the operative and non-operative treatment of athletes of all ages and skill levels, including pediatric and adult patients. He is an expert in arthroscopic and open surgery of the knee, shoulder, and elbow. Dr. Trofa has a particlar intrest in advanced knee disorders and complex knee pathologies, focusing on cartilage restoration, non-surgical management of early arthritis, meniscus injuries, ligament reconstruction, knee dislocations, and patellofemoral disorders. His shoulder practice focuses on labral tears, SLAP tears, rotator cuff tears, and frozen shoulder; while his elbow expertise includes treatment for medial/lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), instability, and ligament reconstruction. Dr. Tofa also leverages the latest orthobiologic treatments in his practice, including platelet rich plasma (PRP), to provide athletes with a full spectrum of treatment options. A native of Wilton, Connecticut, Dr. Trofa is a former athlete who competed at the national level in soccer and wrestling. After receiving a B.A. in Biology from Columbia University he graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine with Research Honors. He completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he was twice awarded the Ira Wolfe Award for Excellence in Sports Medicine Research. Following residency, Dr. Trofa completed a fellowship in sports medicine, shoulder, and elbow at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, NC. While there, he served as a team physician for multiple professional and collegiate teams such as the Carolina Panthers and the Charlotte Knights. Throughout his training Dr. Trofa has been active in academic research having published over 50 peer-reviewed articles on a variety of topics related to ACL reconstruction, Tommy John surgery (UCL reconstruction), osteochondral transplantation, Achilles tendon repairs, surgical techniques and post-operative physical therapy protocols. Dr. Trofa's ongoing research projects are focused on optimizing patient outcomes with a particular interest in complex knee pathology, including articular cartilage, ligamentous, and meniscal injuries. Hs is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), and the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS).

Care Philosophy: Dr. Saulle has participated in competitive sports for over twenty years and uses his personal experiences with injury to provide a unique comprehensive perspective on recovery and rehabilitation. He believes patient education is the cornerstone to successful treatment and ensures each patient understands their condition, treatment options and lifestyle modifications to optimize health and well-being. Dr. Saulle hails from Yonkers New York and enjoys a variety of sports, music, cooking and backpacking.

Care Philosophy: Despite my being an orthopedic surgeon who loves to operate when appropriate the reality nbsp;is that most orthopedic conditions can be successfully treated non operatively I evaluate nbsp;many patients who come for 2nd or 3rd opinions where we can

Biography: Elan L. Goldwaser, DO, is a sports medicine physician specializing in the non-operative management of complex musculoskeletal conditions affecting athletic participation, including chronic and acute injuries affecting the bones, joints, and muscles of pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Goldwaser's training as an osteopathic physician provides additional treatment approaches to promote healing through a variety of options and tailored patient care. As an experienced team physician to high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, Dr. Goldwaser is accustomed to treating injuries sustained in the acute setting of sporting events including: management of concussions, tendon injuries, and leg somatic dysfunctions (including Achilles/Patellar tendonitis). As a former cross-country, track and field, and swimming collegiate athlete, Dr. Goldwaser understands the athlete's need to return to sport and is dedicated to helping people of all levels achieve this. He attended The College of New Jersey where he completed his Bachelor's in Biology, and later went on to Rowan-SOM for medical school and residency. Before coming to Columbia Orthopedics, Dr. Goldwaser completed a sports medicine fellowship at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA, honing skills in ultrasound diagnostics and minimally invasive sports medicine interventional procedures. Dr. Goldwaser's research spans multiple specialties which include: concussion management, prevention and recovery, biologic injections in injury recovery, and exploring healing rates after ultrasound-guided procedural interventions. When time allows, he enjoys running marathons, traveling, and playing Scrabble with his family.