Benjamin Bedford, M.D. is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of all sports-related injuries as well as arthroscopic and open treatment of knee, ankle, shoulder and elbow injuries. He also performs joint replacement for arthritis of the hip, knee and shoulder. Dr. Bedford has presented research and instructional lectures at numerous orthopedic conferences and has authored research articles in topics related to orthopedics and sports medicine. He currently performs clinical research at the Nicholas Institute for Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma (NISMAT) and maintains a special interest in the treatment of throwing athletes, including ligament injuries and cartilage defects.