Geoffrey Bernas

Geoffrey A. Bernas
MD

Geoffrey A. Bernas MD

UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Specialties

Adolescent Sports Medicine; Arthroscopic Surgery; General Orthopaedics; Hip Arthroscopy; Knee Surgery; Orthopaedic Surgery; Shoulder Surgery; Sports Medicine

Accepting new patients
 

Professional Summary:

As a physician specializing in orthopaedics and sports medicine, I focus on a combination of advanced nonoperative and operative techniques to treat injuries in patients of all ages and activity levels. My emphasis is on eliminating pain, preserving joints and restoring function so that my patients can return to their normal activity levels safely and as soon as possible. When surgery is necessary, I use advanced arthroscopic techniques for shoulder, hip and knee reconstruction. I continually try to refine and develop new techniques so that my patients always receive the best possible care.

My practice extends outside of the operating room and clinic. I care for athletes at community, high school, college, professional and international sports events, on the sidelines, immediately after their injuries occur. By direct interaction with athletes, “weekend warriors,” parents, coaches and administrators, I help amateur and professional teams, schools and colleges provide safe environments for competition, prevent injury of their athletes and allow for the safe recovery of injured athletes.

My research interests include collaboration and multicenter studies to elucidate the best method of treatment for orthopaedic conditions such as the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), rotator cuff and sports-related hip problems. I am also very interested in developing a better systems approach to musculoskeletal problems in order to provide highly effective patient-centered health care.

I mentor and help develop current and future orthopaedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, doctors, physician assistants, athletic trainers and other health care providers. My students are exposed to a worldwide perspective due to my extensive training with many of the thought leaders and physicians in orthopaedics and sports medicine. My commitment to compassion and excellence in patient care and an evidence-based approach to treatment sets an example for my trainees so they can be effective health care providers in the Western New York community and around the world.

Specialties:

Adolescent Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, General Orthopaedics, Hip Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine

Patients Treated:

Children, Adolescents, Adults, Seniors/Elderly

Physician Gender:

Male


Appointments:

UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Amherst Health Center
4949 Harlem Road
Amherst, New York 14226
Phone: (716) 821-4400
Accepting new patients

UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
BrookBridge
5959 Big Tree Road
Suite 108
Orchard Park, New York 14127
Phone: (716) 821-4400
Fax: 716-829-2938
Contact: Kim Cenname
Accepting new patients

Insurance Accepted:
  • Aetna U.S. Healthcare
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of WNY Inc
  • Empire
  • Fidelis
  • GHI
  • Independent Health Association (HMO)
  • Magnacare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • NYS Medicaid
  • Nofault
  • North American Administrators
  • Nova
  • Railroad Medicare
  • TriCare/Champus
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare
  • Univera Health Care (HMO)
  • Veterans Administration
  • Workers Comp


Board Certifications:

  • Board Certification, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Certification, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Education and Training:

  • Fellowship, AOSSM Herodicus Society (2007)
  • Fellowship, University of Michigan (2007)
  • Residency, University at Buffalo (2006)
  • MD, State University of New York Upstate Medical School (2001)
  • BS, Biology, Canisius College, Summa Cum Laude (1997)

Awards and Honors:

  • O'Donooghue Award, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (2014)
  • Excellence in Research, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (2008)

Research Profile:

This UBMD physician is also a member of the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, teaching the next generation of doctors and researching to advance care in WNY and beyond. Learn more about this physician's research and teaching activities, as well as view credentials, publications, professional involvement and more below.


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