George Theodore, MD
Sports Medicine Specialist in Boston
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Dr. Theodore is a native of Boston, and a graduate of both Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program. He served as the Chief Resident in Orthopaedic Trauma at the Massachusetts General Hospital, and later completed a fellowship at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He founded the Massachusetts General Hospital Foot and Ankle Service. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society.
Dr. Theodore’s interests include knee, ankle, and foot surgery, with a focus on sports-related injuries. He is a nationally recognized expert in the management of injuries in professional athletes, and has treated some of the top athletes and dancers in the United States. He has appeared on the Today Show, as well as various cable and local television programs. He has been featured in USA Today, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Forbes Magazine, Wall Street Journal, Women’s World, and National Public Radio.
Dr. Theodore serves as a Team Physician for the Boston Red Sox, and he was part of the medical staff of the 2004, 2007, 2013 and 2018 World Series Championship Teams. He is the foot and ankle consultant to the New England Patriots, and he was part of the medical staff of the 2005, 2015, 2017 and 2019 Super Bowl Championship Teams. He is also the foot and ankle consultant to the Boston Bruins, New England Revolution, Harvard University and the Boston Ballet. He has previously served as consultant to Disney on Ice, the 2003 Women’s World Cup, Boston Breakers Woman’s Soccer team, and NHL Players Association.
Dr. Theodore is a faculty member at Harvard Medical School. He is part of the Mass General Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Spaulding Physiatry Sports Medicine Fellowship Programs. He teaches fellows, residents, medical students and athletic trainers. He lectures locally, nationally and internationally. He is an author of peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, and is the recipient of the 2009 Nicola Foundation Young Reseacher Award from the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
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Hear from Dr. Theodore's Patients
Achilles' Tendon Repair
Ankle Surgery
“Dr. Theodore has surgically repaired both of my ankles and has done an excellent job. In both situations he clearly explained the issue, and set expectations for what I could expect as an outcome. He is professional and kind and has an excellent staff. I would rate him a 10/10!”
4 Different Surgeries over Multiple Years
“Dr Theodore, through 4 separate surgeries on my toes, ankle, and knee, (multiple injuries over many years)got me walking and running again! It took time but I am so thankful I listened to his advice. I am walking with my back straight and a greatly improved posture and feel great! He is the best orthopedic doctor, period.”
Toe Surgery
“Dr. Theodore helped rid me of severe toe pain. He is professional, personable and kind. Dr. Theodore actually looks out for his patients best interests. He didn’t rush me to surgery but when nothing else worked he competently fused my toe. Thank you Dr. Theodore for helping me get back to the activities I enjoy.”
Torn Meniscus Repair
“I went to see Dr Theodore for a meniscus tear after having had issues from Planar fasciitis to Achilles Tendonitis… and then knee issues. It has been about a year since I had walked normally and I had been going religiously to PT for nearly that long! Just before I met with Dr Theodore for the first time, his office scheduled me for an X-ray (very convenient, in for X-ray, then in for office visit). And, then, after reviewing the X-ray, in my first meeting with him, he listened carefully and explained exactly what he was doing while doing the physical exam. There was no way around the discomfort but at least I felt I knew WHY. Then, he discussed options with me and explained choices in terms of likely outcomes. As my knee was swollen, he directed me do have a Cortisone shot with imaging… which I did. And, it worked! I am walking again and not needing to use pain medications to sleep through the night. I can twist and turn and dance :-). In addition to having his recommendations work… I felt cared for and listened to. That is SO rare in this day and age of insurance setting the time that a doctor meets with us. Fabulous doctor!”
