“Dr. Delanois was recommended to me as the best person to do a total hip replacement by another orthopedic
surgeon I have known for years who is excellent. His staff is amazing and thorough in follow ups. [For] pain
management, [he] is knowledgeable and very sympathetic. My hip replacement is going well with daily online
checks to catch potential complications for clots or infection early. Definitely an excellent surgical team.”
About
Ronald E. Delanois, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., is a board-certified,
fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who has more than 20 years of
experience with complex hip, knee and shoulder reconstructive surgery.
He serves as the Jerome P. Reichmister, M.D., Endowed Chairman of
Orthopedics for the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, the
division director of the Center for Joint Preservation and Replacement,
the director of Hip, Knee and Shoulder Surgery, and also the director of
the Research Division and Research Fellowship Program.
His emphasis is on diagnostic, arthroscopic and joint preserving
procedures for the hip, knee and shoulder. Dr. Delanois and his team
deliver advanced orthopedic solutions to patients who suffer from a
multitude of joint ailments.
He has performed thousands of arthroscopic and reconstructive
procedures. He is involved with the latest cutting-edge technology that
allows the patient to return to a full and active lifestyle in the
shortest amount of time.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Delanois believes in conservative management as a first line of
defense whenever possible. This involves educating patients and their
families on nonsurgical as well as surgical techniques available, oral
medication, injections and physical therapy.
When surgery is indicated, Dr. Delanois believes in performing
joint-preserving procedures first. This allows the patient a faster
recovery as well as a quicker return to a normal life.
Education
Dr. Delanois obtained his medical degree from the Uniformed Services
University of the Health Sciences (USUHS). He then did his orthopedic
training in the Air Force at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio,
Texas. He received his fellowship training in hip and knee replacement
surgery under the mentorship of Drs. Mont and Hungerford at The Johns
Hopkins Medical Institutions.
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Medical Education: Uniformed Services Univ. of the Health
Sciences
- Internship: Wilford Hall Air Force Medical Center
- Fellowship: The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Residency: Wilford Hall Air Force Medical Center
Areas of Interest
Dr. Delanois’ area of experience is with complex hip, knee and shoulder
reconstructive surgery. He specializes in the diagnostic, arthroscopic and
joint restoration procedures for these joints.
He is particularly interested in focal cartilage loss. In the hip, he
employs the technique of hip arthroscopy for the diagnosis and treatment of
hip pain. In the knee, he uses techniques such as high tibial osteotomies,
unicompartmental knee replacements and cartilage transplantation.
His current research interests include osteonecrosis, joint restoration
techniques and the improvement of wear in hip and shoulder replacements.
More Information
- Dr. Delanois currently holds an academic appointment at USUHS, Bethesda,
as a clinical assistant professor of surgery. He is an active member in the
Society of Military Orthopedic Surgeons. He sits on the American Academy
of Orthopaedic Surgeons Political Action Committee, which represents
orthopedic surgeons before members of Congress. He serves on the board
of the Maryland Orthopaedic Association and on the Board of Councilors
for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
- He served 24 years in the United States Air Force; for eight years he was
the division head of the Adult Reconstructive Service at the Naval Medical
Center Portsmouth.
- He participates as a volunteer surgeon during mission trips to Haiti to help
those with orthopedic problems.
- Dr. Delanois lives in Lutherville, Maryland, with his wife and their three
children. He is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys activities such as
competitive cycling and aerobics. He is an avid collector of fine writing
instruments and enjoys spending time with his family.
Locations
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Schoeneman Building, 5th Floor
2401 W. Belvedere Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
LifeBridge Health at Foundry Row
10084 Reisterstown Road, Suite 300-A
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Northwest Hospital
Orthopedic Suite, Main Floor
5401 Old Court Road
Randallstown, MD 21133
Telemedicine video visits are also available.
Interviews
Dr. Delanois is interviewed in this CBS Baltimore news story on what telemedicine is, what to expect from a
visit, and how telemedicine helps to meet different patients’ needs. He also explains how the Rubin Institute is
now open and
safe for patients to come for in-person visits and elective procedures.
In this WBAL-AM “Know Your Health” radio
clip, Dr. Delanois discusses
anterior hip replacement surgery.
Published Research Articles
Dr. Delanois is well published and is a reviewer for several orthopedics
journals, including The Journal of Arthroplasty, The Journal of Bone and
Joint Surgery and Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. Click here to
view his peer-reviewed research articles.
Conditions Treated
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
Patellofemoral Syndrome and Arthritis
Treatments Performed
Surgical Procedures - Hip
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Hip Replacement Revision (Revision THA)
Total Hip Replacement (Primary THA)
Surgical Procedures - Knee
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Knee Replacement Revision (Revision TKA)
Robotic Knee Replacement (Robotic TKA)
Total Knee Replacement (Primary TKA)
Surgical Procedures - Shoulder
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Reverse Shoulder Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement (Primary TSA)