David P. Trofa is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with over 13 years of experience in medicine, specializing in sports medicine, knee and shoulder surgery, and cartilage restoration. He provides comprehensive surgical and nonsurgical treatments for patients with sports-related injuries, joint conditions, and musculoskeletal disorders.

Trofa has extensive expertise in ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, rotator cuff injuries, shoulder instability, and complex knee conditions. He also offers advanced cartilage restoration procedures and innovative treatments, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and other orthobiologic approaches.

He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Columbia University Medical Center. He further advanced his training through a Sports Medicine, Shoulder, and Elbow Fellowship at OrthoCarolina.

An accomplished researcher, Trofa has authored more than 180 peer-reviewed publications and received recognition for his contributions to orthopedic sports medicine research. His patient-centered approach focuses on restoring mobility, reducing pain, improving joint function, and helping patients return to their daily activities and active lifestyles.