Posts by John G. Esposito, MD
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Early Fixation of Closed Pilon Fractures Does Not Increase Infection Risk for Selected Patients
With judicious patient selection, early definitive fixation of closed pilon fractures does not increase the risk of postoperative infection or wound complications that require surgical management, according to a retrospective study at three Harvard teaching hospital trauma centers.
Biography
Dr. John Esposito is a dual fellowship trained orthopaedic trauma and adult hip and knee reconstruction surgeon specializing in direct anterior approach hip replacement surgery and robotic assisted surgery.
Dr. Esposito obtained a Master of Science degree at the University of Toronto and his medical degree at the University of Ottawa. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Calgary and is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He subsequently completed two subspecialty fellowships: the first in orthopaedic trauma through the Harvard Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship at Massachusetts General and Brigham and Women's Hospitals, and the second through the Western University Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction Fellowship at University Hospital in London, Ontario, Canada. During his second fellowship he received extensive training in complex hip and knee replacement surgery, including direct anterior hip arthroplasty.
Orthopaedic Care at Mass General
At Mass General, our world-class physicians and surgeons treat the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions throughout the body, from sprains and strains on the athletic field to carpal tunnel syndrome. Our team offers innovative, research-based treatments that range from limb-saving oncological procedures to complex spinal reconstruction.