At Buchalter Orthopedics, Dr. Joel Buchalter brings over three decades of experience and innovation to the forefront of orthopedic care. Since 1988, he has been a recognized leader in joint replacement surgery, specializing in minimally invasive techniques that enhance recovery and improve patient outcomes.

Dr. Buchalter has received consistent recognition for excellence, including ongoing Top Doctor honors from Castle Connolly and NY Top Docs since 2012. In addition to his surgical expertise, he has contributed extensively to the orthopedic field through lectures, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications focused on surgical outcomes, biomechanics, and evidence-based advancements in joint replacement.

Dr. Joel Buchalter has been a trusted leader in orthopaedic care since 1988. He is a founding and managing partner of Somers Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Group, where he has built a reputation for excellence in joint replacement and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He currently serves as Chief of Joint Replacement Surgery at Northern Westchester Hospital and as Medical Director at the Orthopaedic & Specialty Surgery Center in Danbury, Connecticut. His hospital affiliations include Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco, the Orthopaedic & Specialty Surgery Center in Danbury, and Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel, New York.

Dr. Buchalter has held numerous leadership and academic positions throughout his career, including Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Putnam Hospital Center and Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.

His primary clinical focus is on hip and knee replacement surgery. He performs minimally invasive procedures using advanced technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery (MAKO), computer navigation, and muscle-sparing direct anterior hip replacement with the HANA table. Many of his patients are able to return home the same day following surgery, with most others discharged within 23 hours. By incorporating cutting-edge anesthetic techniques, nerve blocks, and non-narcotic pain management, Dr. Buchalter aims to reduce postoperative discomfort and accelerate recovery. In addition to hip and knee replacements, he also specializes in shoulder replacements, revision surgeries, and arthroscopic procedures of the knee and shoulder.

Board-certified in orthopaedic surgery since 1990, Dr. Buchalter has maintained his certification through 2000, 2010, and 2020. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.

Dr. Buchalter earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, graduating magna cum laude from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He received his medical degree from NYU Grossman School of Medicine, completed a general surgery internship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center, and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases—now known as NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital—where he served as Chief Resident.

Education and Training

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
• New York University Grossman School of Medicine
• Beth Israel Medical Center
• NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
• University of Maryland, Shock Trauma Center

Honors and Awards

• Top Doctor NY Metro Area Castle/Connolly Medical Ltd.
• US News and World Report Top Doctors Edition
• HealthGrades Recognized Doctor
• Patients’ Choice Award
• Most Compassionate Doctor Award
• America’s Top Orthopaedist Award – Consumer Research Council of America
• Public Health Service Award for Outstanding Service
• Magna Cum Laude, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
• Tau Beta Pi, National Engineering Honor Society
• Who’s Who in American Colleges & Universities
• President Senior Class, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)