Fabio R. Orozco, M.D.
Dr. Orozco is a board certified hip and knee surgeon. He also serves as a Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
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Jason Gajdzis, PA-C
Jason is a Certified Physician Assistant and graduated from the UMDNJ Physician Assistant Program at Seton Hall University. He also received a Bachelor of Science degree from Seton Hall University in Biology. Jason worked at various orthopedic practices in Atlantic County before joining the Rothman Institute. He works with Dr. Fabio Orozco specializing in joint care.
Professional Profile
Education
- M.D., Colombian School Of Medicine
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction, Rothman Institute
Titles & Certifications
- Assistant Professor Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional Associations
- American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Hospital Affiliations
- AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Publications (Show)
PUBLICATIONS
- Camilo Restrepo, MD, Fabio Orozco, MD, and Javad Parvizi, MD, FRCS*, Online Case Report Image Quiz, PVNS of the Hip, JBJS 2007
- Orozco F, Ong A, Rothman RH. The role of minimally invasive hip surgery in reducing pain.Instr Course Lect. 2007; 56;121-4 Review.
- Parvizi J, Sharkey PF, Hozack WJ, Orozco F, Bissett GA, Rothman RH. Prospective matched-pair analysis of hydroxyapatite-coated and uncoated femoral stems in total hip arthroplasty. A concise follow-up of a previous report. J. Bone Joint Surg (A). 86-A(4): 783-786, 2004.
- Keisu KS, Orozco F, McCallum JD III, Bisset G, Hozack WJ, Sharkey PF, Rothman RH. Cementless femoral fixation in rheumatoid patient undergoing total hip arthroplasty: minimum 5 years results. J Arthroplasty. 2001 Jun; 16(4) 415-21.
- Keisu KS, Orozco F, Sharkey PF, Hozack WJ, Rothman RH, McGuigan FX. Primary cementless total hip arthroplasty in octogenarians. Two to eleven year follow-up J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2001 Mar; 83-A(3):359-63.
- Orozco F, Hozack WJ. Late dislocations after cementless total hip arthroplasty resulting from polyethylene wear. J Arthroplasty. 2000 Dec; 15(8): 1059-63.
- ARTICLES
- Simultaneous vs. Staged Bilateral Total Hip Arthroplasty, March 2000
- Total Hip Arthroplasty CME Disclosures, William J. Hozack, M.D., Fabio Orozco, M.D.
- Deep Venous Thrombosis: Meta Analysis, March 2000
- Thrombosis: Meta Analysis CME Disclosures William J. Hozack, M.D., Fabio Orozco, M.D.
- LECTURES
- November 2007, “Advances in Surgical Technology” Meeting, Hilton New York Hotel, NYC, NY.
- Minimally Invasive Total Hip Arthroplasty and Navigation in Hip Surgery, January 2003
- Introduction at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons MeetingWilliam J. Hozack, M.D., Fabio Orozco, M.D.
- “Why are Knee Replacements Failing Today?”, December 2001 Fabio Orozco, M.D.
- Problem-Solving for Acetabular Revision Surgery, Conference Coverage, February 2001
- References Cooke CC, Lavernia CJ, Hozack WJ, Phillipon M, Catanzaro RJ, Orozco F
- RESEARCH
- Sub-Investigator: FOCUS: Transfusion trigger trial for functional outcomes in cardiovascular patients undergoing surgical hip fracture repair, Clinical coordinating center – UMDNJ funded by the National institutes of Health 2006.
- Sub-Investigator, Pfizer Inc. Protocol A0081133 – A multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo controlled study of the efficacy and safety of pregabalin in the treatment of subjects with post-operative pain following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). August 2007 to present.
- Principal Investigator, Pfizer Inc. Protocol A3191331 – Gastrointestinal randomized event and safety open-label nsaid study (GI-REASONS): A randomized, open-label, blinded-endpoint, parallel-group trial of GI safety of celecoxib compared with non-selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) in osteoarthritis patients. August 2007 to present.
- Principal Investigator, unfunded, IRB approved – “Surgeon’s Decision change during total hip arthroplasty procedure based on intra-operative radiograph evaluation”. January 2008 to present.
- PEER-REVIEWED
- 11/06 – Present
- Peer-Reviewer for Journal of Arthroplasty
- PEER-REVIEWED
- 11/06 – Present
- Peer-Reviewer for Journal of Arthroplasty
News
Rothman Institute's Manahawkin Open House
April 19, 2013
Located at 712 Bay Avenue in the Manahawkin Plaza, this 6,200-square-foot, facility is replacing the former Rothman Institute office at 434 West Route 72 in Manahawkin. The new office features 12 exam rooms, an X-ray suite, and an orthotics department. Read more »
Knee Replacements - We Have An App For That
January 28, 2013
Rothman Institute is using an iPod to help accuracy when performing total knee replacement surgery. NBC10's Vince Lattanzio went into the OR to see it in action. Read more »
South Jersey doctors pioneer 'day rehab' as a way to heal patients faster
August 1, 2012
Area orthopedic surgeons and the Bacharach Institute have together pioneered a new form of rehabilitation, one that is likely to transform the recovery process for the growing number of Americans who have knees or hips replaced. Called “day rehab” and conducted at a handful of centers in the region, the therapy restores patient mobility more quickly, doctors say, while cutting the cost of rehabilitation after joint replacement by half or more. Read more »
