I am an Associate Professor and the Founder/Co-Director of the Hip Preservation Program. I am also the Co-Director of the UR Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship. As a fellowship-trained and board certified orthopaedic surgeon, I specialize in non-arthritic hip pain, and athletic injuries of the hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, and elbow. I perform open and arthroscopic surgical techniques, and also utilize modern biologic treatments (such as platelet rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell therapy) to optimize healing. I am the head team physician for Nazareth College Athletics, and a consultant for numerous college and professional athletic organizations, regionally and nationally.

Faculty Appointments

Associate Professor - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Kerlan Jobe Orthopedic Medical. 2009 - 2010

Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2005 - 2009

Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2004 - 2005

Education

MD | SUNY at Buffalo-School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (USA). 2004

Awards

Sports Medicine Fellowship. 2009 - 2010

JBJS/OREF Resident Journal Club Grant. 2008 - 2009

Cum Laude Graduate. 2004

Dean's Letter of Commendations (eight semesters). 2000 - 2004

Magna Cum Laude Graduate. 2000

Dean's Award for academic excellence (all eight semesters). 1996 - 2000

Patriot League Scholar Athlete Award (four seasons). 1996 - 2006

John L., Wiant and Dr. Donald C. Rankin Scholarship. 1996 - 2000

American Orthopaedic Association (AOA) Emerging Leadership Program.

AOA Residency Leadership Program.

Edward J. Puzas Award for clinical research excellence.

Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society.

National Biological Honor Society.

Gottesman Award foro academic and athletic achievement.

Louis B. Goldstein Award.

AOSSM European Traveling Fellowship and Magellan Society.

Interurban Orthopaedic Society.

Research

I present and teach in the areas of hip preservation and hip arthroscopy, nationally and internationally. I have authored over 100 peer reviewed articles and book chapters concerning general orthopaedics, sports medicine, and hip preservation. I am actively involved in a number of research projects involving basic science, biomechanics, and hip preservation, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and satisfaction. To learn more about UR Medicine's Hip Preservation Program visit https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/orthopaedics/hip-preservation/

Publications

Journal Articles

Influence of capsular repair versus unrepaired capsulotomy on 2-year clinical outcomes after arthroscopic hip preservation surgery.

Domb BG, Stake CE, Finley ZJ, Chen T, Giordano BD

Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association.. 2015 April 31 (4):643-50. Epub 12/16/2014.

The effect of platelet enriched plasma on clinical outcomes in patients with femoroacetabular impingement following arthroscopic labral repair and femoral neck osteoplasty

Lafrance R, Giordano BD, Mohr K, Snibbe J.

Journal of Hip Preservation Surgery

Effect of Subspine Decompression on Rectus Femoris Integrity and Iliopsoas Excursion: A Cadaveric Study

Giordano, B.

The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery. 2015; .

Assessment and treatment of hip pain in the adolescent athlete.

Giordano BD

Pediatric clinics of North America.. 2014 December 61 (6):1137-54. Epub 10/03/2014.

Cam morphology may influence age at which patients undergo hip arthroplasty

Lafrance R, Williams R, Madsen W, Drinkwater C, Maloney M, Giordano BD.

Geriatric Orthopaedic Surg and Rehab Epub ahead of print. Feb.26, 2014. 2014; .

Injury rate and patterns among crossfit participants

WeisenthalB, Maloney MD, DeHaven KE, Giordano BD.

OJSM. 2014; .

Ramdomized controlled trial comparing PRP vs. saline for acute lateral ankle sprain

Stanton MS, LaFrance R, Giordano BD, Goldblatt J, Voloshin,I, Maloney MD.

AAOS Now. 2014; .

Intra articular hip injections for lateral hip pain

Bessette MC, Olsen JR, Mann TR, Giordano BD.

Journal of Hip Preservation Surgery. 2014; .

Rehabilitation following hip preservation surgery. Current concepts review Part I: Concepts of Hip Preservation

McMullen KL, Cook RC, Yen Yi-Men, Giordano BD.

Sports Health (accepted for publication). 2014; .

Rehabilitation following hip preservation surgery. Current concepts review Part II: Concepts of Rehabilitation

McMullen KL, Cook RC, Yen Yi-Men, Giordano BD.

Sports Health (accepted for publication). 2014; .

McMullen KL, Giordano BD. Rehabilitation following proximal rectus repair: A Case report.

Adler K, Giordano BD. Evaluating the painful athletic hip. ATSH. Accepted for Publication.

2014; .

Canham C, Williams R, Giordano BD. Radiation exposure to patients undergoing arthroscopic hip preservation surgery and occupational radiation exposure to the surgical team. Arthroscopy. Accepted for Publication.

2014; .

Hip anatomic variants that may mimic abnormalities at MRI: labral variants.

Nguyen MS, Kheyfits V, Giordano BD, Dieudonne G, Monu JU

AJR. American journal of roentgenology.. 2013 September 201 (3):W394-400. Epub 1900 01 01.

Hip anatomic variants that may mimic pathologic entities on MRI: nonlabral variants.

Nguyen MS, Kheyfits V, Giordano BD, Dieudonne G, Monu JU

AJR. American journal of roentgenology.. 2013 September 201 (3):W401-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Relevant anatomic landmarks and measurements for biceps tenodesis.

Lafrance R, Madsen W, Yaseen Z, Giordano B, Maloney M, Voloshin I

The American journal of sports medicine.. 2013 June 41 (6):1395-9. Epub 04/05/2013.

Outcomes of endoscopic gluteus medius repair with minimum 2-year follow-up.

Domb BG, Botser I, Giordano BD

The American journal of sports medicine.. 2013 May 41 (5):988-97. Epub 03/22/2013.

Inpatient radiation exposure in patients with spinal trauma.

Martin E, Prasarn M, Coyne E, Giordano B, Morgan T, Westessen PL, Wright J, Rechtine G

The journal of spinal cord medicine.. 2013 March 36 (2):112-7. Epub 1900 01 01.

Arthroscopic capsulotomy, capsular repair, and capsular plication of the hip: relation to atraumatic instability.

Domb BG, Giordano BD, Philippon MJ

Dominant sided first rib stress fracture ina a collegiate baseball pitcher: A case report

ChimentiP, ElfarJ, Giordano BD.

JBJS Case Connector (accepted 2013). 2013; : 3e:108.

Acute traumatic tear of gluteus medius and minimus tendons in a patient without antecedant peritrochanteric hip pain.

Stanton MC, Maloney MD, Dehaven KE, Giordano BD

Geriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation.. 2012 June 3 (2):84-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Minocycline induced bone discoloration observed during hip arthroscopy. JBJS Case Connector. 2012 Sep 12;2(3):e47 1-3

2012; .

Radiation exposure issues in orthopaedics.

Giordano BD, Grauer JN, Miller CP, Morgan TL, Rechtine GR

The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume.. 2011 June 1593 (12):e69(1-10). Epub 1900 01 01.

Acute femoral "peel-off" tears of the posterior cruciate ligament: technique for arthroscopic anatomical repair.

Giordano BD, Dehaven KE, Maloney MD

The American journal of orthopedics.. 2011 May 40 (5):226-32. Epub 1900 01 01.

ICRP Publication 117. Radiological protection in fluoroscopically guided procedures performed outside the imaging department.

, Rehani MM, Ciraj-Bjelac O, Vañó E, Miller DL, Walsh S, Giordano BD, Persliden J

Annals of the ICRP.. 2010 December 40 (6):1-102. Epub 1900 01 01.

Pediatric tibial eminence fractures: evaluation and management.

Lafrance RM, Giordano B, Goldblatt J, Voloshin I, Maloney M

The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.. 2010 July 18 (7):395-405. Epub 1900 01 01.

Minimally invasive surgery and radiation exposure.

Giordano BD, Rechtine GR, Morgan TL

Journal of neurosurgery. Spine.. 2009 September 11 (3):375-6; author reply 376-7. Epub 1900 01 01.

Cervical spine imaging using mini--C-arm fluoroscopy: patient and surgeon exposure to direct and scatter radiation.

Giordano BD, Baumhauer JF, Morgan TL, Rechtine GR

Journal of spinal disorders & techniques.. 2009 August 22 (6):399-403. Epub 1900 01 01.

Patient and surgeon radiation exposure: comparison of standard and mini-C-arm fluoroscopy.

Giordano BD, Baumhauer JF, Morgan TL, Rechtine GR

The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume.. 2009 February 91 (2):297-304. Epub 1900 01 01.

Abnormal band of lateral meniscus. Case report and review of the literature.

Giordano BD: Goldblatt JP.

Orthopaedics. 2009; 32(51).

Letter to the Editor. Exposure to direct and scatter radiation using mini and large C-arm fluoroscopy.

Giordano BD; Baumhauer JF; Morgan TL; Rechtine GR.

JBJS. 2009; 91: 2045.

Glow in the dark doc. Radiation exposure. http://ryortho.com/extremities.php?article=201_GlowintheDark-Doc-Radiation-Exposure.

Giordano BD; Rechtine GR.

Orthopaedics. 2009; .

Cervical spine imaging using standard C-arm fluoroscopy: patient and surgeon exposure to ionizing radiation.

Giordano BD, Baumhauer JF, Morgan TL, Rechtine GR

Spine.. 2008 August 1533 (18):1970-6. Epub 1900 01 01.

Exposure to direct and scatter radiation with use of mini-c-arm fluoroscopy.

Giordano BD, Ryder S, Baumhauer JF, DiGiovanni BF

The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume.. 2007 May 89 (5):948-52. Epub 1900 01 01.

Books

The Hip and Pelvis in Sports Medicine and Primary Care (2015)

Chapter: Treatment of FAI and Advances in Arthroscopic/Endoscopic Surgeries.

Authors: Brian Giordano MD (chapter #15)

Publisher: Springer 2015

Endurance Sports Medicine: Evaluation and Treatment of the Endurance Athlete (2015)

Chapter: Common Injuries and Conditions in Cross-Fit Participation

Authors: Brian Giordano MD (chapter author)

Publisher: Springer 2015

Endurance Sports Medicine (2014)

Chapter: Common Injuries and conditions in Cross-fit participation. Evaluation and treatment of endurance athletes

Authors: Weisenthal B, Giordano BD

Publisher: Springer 2014

Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery (2014)

Chapter: Angular deformity of the lesser toes

Authors: Giordano BD, Flemister, AS

Publisher: Wiesel S (Ed.) Lipincott, Williams, and Wilkins, Philadelphia 2014

Sports Medicine Baseball (2012)

Chapter: Biomechancis of Throwing

Authors: Giordano BD, Limpisvasti O

Publisher: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia 2012

Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery (2011)

Chapter: Angular deformity of the lesser toes

Authors: Giordano BD, Flemister AS

Publisher: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia 2011

Radiation Physics and Safety. (2010)

Chapter: Cervical Spine.

Authors: Rechtine GR; Morgan TL; Giordano BD.

Publisher: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia, PA 2010

In: Review of Orthopaedics Fifth Edition (2007)

Chapter: Disorders of the foot and ankle.

Authors: Roehrig G, Baumhauer JF, Giordano BD

Publisher: Elsevier, Philadelphia. 2007

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.7

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.7

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.7

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.7

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.7

Patient Comments

Very professional and very clear with all aspects of the appointment

Dec 19, 2024

Dr. Giordano was very thorough, especially with the residence in with him. He explained this slowly and carefully. Although my hips were healthy, he helped me determine appropriate next steps to relieve some pain in hips/lower back.

Nov 25, 2024

Dr. Giordano was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions.

Nov 24, 2024

My doctor (Doctor Giordano) is very patient and takes time to explain any questions I had.

Nov 09, 2024

Dr. Giordano has always included me in the care plan, which I appreciate. He's considerate and very thorough. It's always a pleasure to work with him.

Nov 01, 2024

4.0

Good

Sep 06, 2024

5.0

They were so nice and put me at ease. So helpful with my shot

Sep 01, 2024

5.0

The PA was great ! And the Dr was extremely caring and compassionate explained everything clearly and helped me get a therapist in my area who is knowledgeable in my diagnosis and also is referring me to a neurologist who can help my knee. I'm so grateful

Aug 29, 2024

1.0

Both doctor and pa did not address the risks or answers my questions. They lacked basic bedside manner and professionalism. [...] did not seem to have time for my concerns despite being the orthopedic doctor being recommended to me. I am very disappointed and will not be recommending this care to anyone else. Please do better!

Aug 29, 2024

1.6

Doctor was incredibly dismissive [...]

Aug 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Giordano thoroughly explained the procedure and answered any questions I had. We are very pleased with him as my physician.

Aug 18, 2024

3.0

Very quick visit as he was behind. Would have liked to express more about what my thoughts were but he was very clearly in a rush

Aug 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gio and staff have been excellent, extremely professional and takes the time to explain the issues and care. We have recommended several patients to Dr Gio and UR.

Aug 08, 2024

5.0

This was a great and positive experience!

Jul 23, 2024

1.8

He is very knowledgeable but didn't really listen to me or my questions. He just talked alot and seemed in a hurry to be on his way

Jun 28, 2024

5.0

Already have referred a couple time!

May 07, 2024

4.8

He listened to my questions and answered them.

Apr 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Giordano's office & team are great!

Jan 17, 2024

5.0

Exceptional

Dec 26, 2023

2.6

Wasn't very sympathetic.

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Good

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon- explained well what he did

Aug 24, 2023

1.4

I have been a nurse [...]. I don't appreciate a provider patronizing me because I know a lot.

Aug 16, 2023

3.8

[...] He has also been very arrogant at my last couple visits. [...]

Aug 16, 2023

5.0

Top notch care. Lucky to have this level of expertise in our area.

Aug 16, 2023

5.0

Regardless of ongoing chronic & acute pain and immobilization of my knee, I was referred to physical therapy, which is obviously going to be extremely limited, as acknowledged by the doctor, but as Dr Giordano explained, even though I am most likely a good candidate for a cortisone injection, insurance requires me to go to physical therapy, even though I can do very minimal to no exercises because of the pain. [...]. It is a catch-22 and the doctor acknowledged that along with my frustration as I would like to be able to actually do more exercises at physical therapy but will be hindered due to the pain. The doctor was empathetic to my frustration and stated that he will follow up with me in 6 weeks to see how physical therapy is going and try to submit for a cortisone injection at that point if things have not improved. [...] Dr Giordano advised me to contact him via MyChart should the pain get worse and to schedule physical therapy as soon as possible to get the process going.Dr Giordano was very thorough and explained all aspects of the causes of my knee pain to me and took the time to answer my questions fully and with patience.

Aug 01, 2023

5.0

There aren't enough words I can say on how great Dr. G is as well as his PA Dan. They sit down with you and explain everything so you can understand and they go above and beyond when I need to visit. I live about 3 1/2 hours away from the office and Dr. G will make sure to accommodate as much as possible in that visit due to the long travel. I would rather travel the 3 1/2 hours to Rochester to get the exceptional care that I do than see a provider that is closer to my home. I recommend this office to anyone and everyone and can't say enough nice things about them. When they see I am struggling after a difficult hip surgery and need help, they form a game plan to help you get back on your feet! Very caring and compassionate providers.

Jul 18, 2023

5.0

Provider was extremely attentive and engaged throughout the appointment. Everyone in the office was kind and considerate.

Jul 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Giordano does not allow you to very uneasy to answer questions. He answers all with open arms and you are in good hands with him and his entire team.

Jul 06, 2023

5.0

This was an awesome visit..Dr..listen to me and together our plan for recovery is working out great

Jun 25, 2023

5.0

This is the third injury I have seen Dr. Giordano for. He is the best ortho I have worked with. I recommend him to everyone!

May 18, 2023

5.0

I was very impressed with the fund of knowledge, Dr. Giordano has about the hip and found him insightful with the approach he recommends and I will follow to address my problem. This was a second opinion, and I'm very glad I came to see him.

May 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Giordano was very responsive to my questions and concerns regarding the plan of care. He took the time to explain everything in ways I could easily understand. He treats you like a person and wants to help!

Apr 13, 2023

5.0

Only provider that actually listened and figured out the issue with my hip.

Feb 10, 2023

5.0

Truly explain thing's and cared about outcome!

Jan 30, 2023

5.0

Amazing, down to earth doctor. Doesn't rush and doesn't push surgery if not needed.

Jan 23, 2023

5.0

"Very Good" is an understatement. Dr. Giordano and Kelly Adler were exceptional.

Jan 21, 2023

1.4

Provider overlooked my concerns!

Jan 11, 2023

5.0

Dr G was recommended by a family member that also sees him for her hip injury and we really wished we would of seen Dr G first instead of going to a provider in Albany that never really had my best interest at heart. Dr G explained everything to my husband and I and he even made it very convenient for my next visit by having scans done first then to see him and his partner after the scans being we live 3 hours away. Not many providers do this and it was great that he kept this in mind.

Dec 07, 2022

5.0

When I see my provider, it's obvious that he knows me and my medical history and remembers my treatment course for the medical issue that I see him for. He explains my options thoroughly, answers questions, and makes sure that I'm involved in all decision-making.

Dec 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Giordano has treated a few injuries for me and my family. He is hands down the best ortho we have ever worked with! I recommend him to everyone!

Dec 05, 2022

3.0

He did what he could. He doesn't have the answer to my medical issues, no one does. He tried a treatment and ordered another test. [...]

Nov 18, 2022

5.0

The Doc made me feel comfortable and treated me with respect! He talked to me and made sure I understood what was going on and exactly what options I have.

Oct 27, 2022

1.4

Rushed through everything and I left feeling like I didn't know what to do next. [...]

Oct 02, 2022

5.0

FANTASTIC is all I can say!!

Aug 16, 2022

5.0

I've been to multiple providers recently for the issue at hand and none of them listened to me until I met Dr. Giordano. He listened to my experiences and intuitions, and took my past medical history into account when assessing me. He took the time to recognize that I've been continually dismissed, in turn validating me and my pain. I'm extremely grateful for the care I received from Dr. Giordano and PA Dan.

Jun 27, 2022

5.0

The doctor was exceptional. He diagnosed my issue, and we went over my options, and then he did the procedure. I thought he would make me come back to have the procedure done, but he said no, "we can do it right now." I was so happy when I left. I could hear!!

Jun 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Giordano & Daniel are the best.

May 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Giordano was wonderful. From the moment he walked in the room, I felt at ease. He listened to everything I had to say and I genuinely felt like he cared about my health. I have never had a doctor spend over an hour with me to discuss my options and do everything he could to figure out the best course of action.

May 05, 2022

5.0

Everyone at UR medical was exemplary. Very happy we had Dr. Giordano perform surgery on [...] hip.

Apr 19, 2022

5.0

Dr Giordano was extremely attentive; I did not feel that he rushed me through my appointment. His diagnosis and treatment options were explained clearly and appropriately detailed. His 'bedside manner' was exemplary; friendly yet extremely professional, approachable and honest; a gentleman. He instilled the utmost confidence in me and I totally trust him with my care.

Apr 16, 2022

5.0

Superior care and concern for getting my son back to his sports

Apr 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Giordano is always wonderful to meet with. He knows how to explain things and he is kind.

Mar 30, 2022

5.0

He listened, discussed options with me, decisions made, easy and clear decisions.

Feb 11, 2022