Our Physicians
Theodore S. Wolfson, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee, Hip & Shoulder Surgeon
Tel: 203-797-1500
Ext: 6627
Fax: 203-730-9503
Offices: Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
Specialty Areas:
Sports medicine, knee, hip and shoulder surgery
Board Certification:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2022)
American Heart Association ACLS certification
Medical Licenses:
Connecticut
Indiana
Awards
- Ralph and Phyllis Luskin Resident Teaching Award (6/2019)
- American Orthopaedic Association Emerging Leader (6/2018)
- Nate Bondi Award (9/2015)
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (8/2013)
- Gold Humanism Honor Society (3/2013)
- Enid Annenberg Haupt Scholarship (8/2009-7/2013)
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
More About Sports Medicine Specialist, Knee, Hip & Shoulder Surgeon Theodore S. Wolfson, M.D.
Theodore S. Wolfson, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. He is trained and experienced in advanced arthroscopy, complex reconstruction, and cartilage restoration procedures of the knee, hip, and shoulder. Dr. Wolfson joined OrthoConnecticut following completing his Sports Medicine fellowship at Rush University in Chicago. His background includes orthopedic surgery training at New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital (Hospital for Joint Diseases), a medical degree from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Princeton University.
Dr. Wolfson provided medical coverage for several professional sports teams including NBA Chicago Bulls, MLB Chicago White Sox, MLS Chicago Fire. He has wide medical coverage experience from high schools and colleges to the prestigious Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Marathon, Ironman U.S. Championship, Triathlons, Cycling Races, and the National Women’s Hockey League’s Metropolitan Riveters.
Dr. Wolfson is a member of AJ. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine.
Fellowship & Graduate Training:
- Fellow: Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
- Executive Chief Resident: Orthopaedic Surgery, New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital (Hospital for Joint Diseases), New York, NY
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY; Honors – Distinction in Research
- B.S. in Engineering, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ; Honors – Certificate in Biochemical Engineering
- High School Diploma, Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, NH
Dr. Wolfson is kind, professional, and an extremely talented surgeon. Dr. Wolfson did a shoulder replacement on me over a year ago. I have had excellent results with full range of motion since the 4 month post-op mark. I highly recommend him. He is kind, professional, and an extremely talented surgeon. I am so grateful to him.
As a recently discharged patient of Dr. Theodore Wolfson, I am most grateful. He is knowledgeable and skilled in all aspects of the shoulder, is a patient, caring and professional surgeon, and just a great person! ... I highly and sincerely recommend Dr. Theodore Wolfson – his skill, knowledge, kindness, and patient communication style – resulted in a very positive outcome. Thank you, Dr. Wolfson!
Dr. Wolfson is THE best MD I have had in over 30 years! Dr. Wolfson is THE best MD I have had in over 30 years! He is not only brilliant, but the easiest doctor to talk to and an amazing human being . I have had the trifecta of his specialties (shoulder, hip & knees), and he has been so great with finding solutions to all. He did a great job on the surgery of my fractured hip this past December. I just can’t say enough about him!
Dr. Wolfson listened to my shoulder pain complaints, offered possible causes, and suggested non-surgical options first. When surgery became the only option, he carefully explained the procedure and the recovery process. Post-op he coordinated the recovery with the physical therapist. I made steady progress to complete recovery with very little discomfort.
Dr. Wolfson treated my son for 3 visits. I don’t typically write reviews. Dr. Wolfson treated my son (3 visits). OrthoConnecticut has many excellent doctors. Dr. Wolfson is an awesome addition to this practice. We thank him for the care he provided.
Common Knee, Hip and Shoulder Conditions Treated
Common Knee Conditions
- ACL Injuries in Women
- ACL Tear (Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear)
- Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)
- Patellar Tracking Disorder
- Quadriceps Tendon Tear
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Tibial Plateau Fracture Facts
- Knee Fracture
- Meniscus Tears
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis of the Knee
- Patella Tendon Rupture
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Prepatellar Bursitis (Kneecap Bursitis)
- Patella Fracture (Broken Knee Cap)
- Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)
- Knee Joint Pain
Common Hip Conditions
- Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
- Hip Bursitis (Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Femoral Fractures
- Femoral-Acetabular Impingement Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Labral Tears of the Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Muscle Strain Injuries of Thigh Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Hip and Pelvic Fractures
Common Shoulder Conditions
- Biceps Tendon Rupture
- Calcific Tendinitis of Shoulder
- Fracture of the Collarbone (Clavicle)
- Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
- Glenoid Labrum Tears
- Hill-Sachs Lesion
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Shoulder Dislocations
- Loose Shoulder (Multidirectional Instability)
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- SLAP Tear Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Joint Pain
Call OrthoConnecticut today at 1.833.678.4628 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.