Dr. Theodore Ganley, MD
At a glance
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Blue Cross Blue Shield, Original Medicare, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey · See all
Medical school listed
Medical school listed as Hahnemann/Drexel University School of Medicine · See training
3 board certifications listed
Diplomate – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons (ABOS), Diplomate – National Board of Medical Examiners (Nbme), +1 more · See credentials
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Specialty
Orthopedic Surgeon
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means.
Treatments & procedures
- ACL reconstruction in elite athletes
- Arthroscopic meniscus repair and athletic injuries of the knee and shoulder
- Cartilage preservation
- Pediatric fractures and trauma
- Shoulder dislocations and instability repair
- Sports medicine
- Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee and elbow
- ACL reconstruction in patients with open growth plates including All Epiphyseal ACL reconstruction that does not injure the growth plates
- Treatment of cartilage lesions (OCD lesions)
- Pediatric orthopedic surgery
- ACL reconstruction in patients with open growth plates
- Pediatric sports medicine
- Arthroscopic surgery
- Optimal treatment of pediatric fractures
- Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in patients with open physes and in teens
- Osteochondritis dissecans in athletes with open physes
- Outcome optimization in arthroscopy database for pediatric patients: shoulder, elbows, hip, knee and ankle
- Shoulder instability stabilization and return to sports
Credentials & Training
Education and training
- Hahnemann/Drexel University School of MedicineMedical school · MD
- Orlando Regional Medical CenterInternship · Surgical Internship
- Hamot Medical Center, Shriner's Hospital for ChildrenResidency · Orthopaedic Surgery
- ChopFellowship · Pediatric Orthopedic Fellowship
- Graduate Hospital/The University of PennsylvaniaFellowship · Sports Medicine Fellowship
Board certifications
- Diplomate – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons (ABOS)Certification
- Diplomate – National Board of Medical Examiners (Nbme)Certification
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine – American Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryCertification
Awards and honors
- 2022, Main Line Today Top Docs, OrthopedicsMain Line Today · Awarded 2022
Top Docs, Orthopedics
- 2001, 2022, Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors in Orthopedic SurgeryPhiladelphia Magazine · Awarded 2022
Top Doctors in Orthopedic Surgery
- 2014, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine annual meeting O’Donoghue Sports Injury Research AwardAmerican Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine · Awarded 2014
for: Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Graft Choice Impact on Outcome in the MARS Cohort
- 2014, South Jersey Magazine’s Best PediatriciansSouth Jersey Magazine · Awarded 2014
Best Pediatricians
- 2013, Best Doctors in South JerseyAwarded 2013
- 2011, Best Doctors in AmericaAwarded 2011
- 2010, The Marquis Who’s Who in America 64th EditionThe Marquis Who’s Who in America · Awarded 2010
64th Edition
- 2009, American Orthopaedics Society for Sports Medicine annual meeting Aircast best clinical paper of the year awardAmerican Orthopaedics Society for Sports Medicine · Awarded 2009
for: ACL Rupture in Patients with Significant Growth Remaining. What is the Risk to the Meniscus and Cartilage When Treatment is Delayed?
- 2008, Patients’ Choice AwardAwarded 2008
- 2007, America’s Top OrthopedistsAwarded 2007
- 2006, AAOS Leadership Fellows ProgramAAOS · Awarded 2006
Leadership Fellows Program
- 2005, Top Doctors Main LineAwarded 2005
- 2005, Best Doctors – Top Pediatric OrthopedistsAwarded 2005
- 1998-1990, Medical School, Dean’s Office List of Outstanding Candidates, Letters of Commendation in Gross Anatomy, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Sports MedicineMedical School
Dean’s Office List of Outstanding Candidates, Letters of Commendation in Gross Anatomy, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine
- 1984-1986, University of Notre Dame Dean’s ListUniversity of Notre Dame
Dean’s List
About
Dr. Theodore Ganley is an orthopedic surgeon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Director of the Sports Medicine and Performance Center. Since 1997, he has cared for children, adolescents, and young adults who are high-level performance athletes, with a focus on sports and trauma in the young athlete. His practice includes ACL reconstruction, arthroscopic knee and shoulder care, cartilage preservation, shoulder instability repair, pediatric fractures, and osteochondritis dissecans. He completed medical school at Hahnemann/Drexel University School of Medicine, pediatric orthopaedic and sports medicine fellowships, and is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine.
- NPI
- 1023107117
- Primary taxonomy
- 207X00000X
Frequently asked questions
What does Dr. Theodore Ganley specialize in?
He is an orthopedic surgeon with a focus on sports medicine and trauma in young athletes.
What conditions and procedures are listed for Dr. Theodore Ganley?
Listed care includes ACL reconstruction, arthroscopic meniscus repair, cartilage preservation, shoulder instability repair, pediatric fractures, and osteochondritis dissecans.
Where does Dr. Theodore Ganley practice?
He practices at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What training and certifications are listed for Dr. Theodore Ganley?
He earned his MD from Hahnemann/Drexel University School of Medicine, completed orthopaedic surgery training and pediatric orthopaedic and sports medicine fellowships, and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine.