Kenneth J. Koval, M.D.

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Dr. Kenneth J. Koval is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in orthopaedic trauma. With more than three decades of experience, Dr. Koval is nationally recognized for his leadership in fracture care, orthopaedic education, and research advancing the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Tufts University, Dr. Koval earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute in New York City, followed by a fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma at the University of South Florida – Tampa General Hospital.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Koval specializes in the treatment of complex fractures, nonunions, and orthopaedic trauma, including injuries of the hip, femur, pelvis, and extremities. His surgical expertise and academic background make him a trusted resource for patients recovering from high-energy injuries or seeking expert evaluation after complicated fractures.

Professional Background

Over the course of his distinguished career, Dr. Koval has held leadership and teaching positions at several top academic institutions, including:

    • Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU and Dartmouth Medical School
    • Professor and Director of Orthopaedic Research, Orlando Regional Medical Center
    • Chief, Fracture Service, Hospital for Joint Diseases – New York University School of Medicine

Most recently, he served as Staff Orthopaedist at Pikeville Medical Center in Kentucky, continuing to provide trauma care while mentoring the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons.

Research & Publications

A prolific researcher, Dr. Koval has authored over 300 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 15 books on orthopaedic trauma and fracture management. His work has been widely cited and has helped shape modern standards of care in fracture treatment and geriatric orthopaedics. He has lectured throughout the world on multiple topics in orthopaedic surgery.

He has also served as Deputy Editor for the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma and reviewed for numerous scientific journals, including the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery and Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research.

Awards & Recognition

Dr. Koval’s contributions to orthopaedic surgery have earned him numerous honors, including:

  • OREF Clinical Research Award
  • American Orthopaedic Association ABC Traveling Fellowship
  • Teacher of the Year (multiple times, Hospital for Joint Diseases, Orlando Health)
  • AOA North American Traveling Fellowship Alternate

He has also served on national committees for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, and the U.S. Bone and Joint Decade Initiative.
Philosophy of Care

Dr. Koval’s philosophy is simple:

“Always treat the patient with respect and do what’s best for them.”
He is known for his compassionate bedside manner, evidence-based approach, and commitment to restoring each patient’s function and quality of life.

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