Kenneth E. DeHaven, M.D.

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Beginning in 1972, Dr. DeHaven pioneered the use of arthroscopy in an orthopaedic sports medicine practice. He continues to be involved in teaching, clinical research, and providing non-surgical care for sports-related knee problems.

He joined URMC Orthopaedics in 1975 as the Director of Athletic Medicine. For three decades, he served as a board-certified Orthopaedics faculty member involved in teaching, patient care, clinical research, training, and mentoring many residents and fellows. He has also served as team physician for high school, college, and professional teams. From 2004 to 2008, Dr. DeHaven was the Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs at the URMC and Director of the University of Rochester Faculty Practice Group.

Throughout his career, he has authored or co-authored nearly 90 scientific papers, contributed to 36 textbooks or chapters in textbooks, has provided 46 visiting professorships, and given numerous other invited lectures nationally and internationally. Dr. DeHaven is probably most recognized for his work on the meniscus, especially meniscus repair.

Specialties

Sports Medicine, Knee

Current Appointments

• Professor Part-Time - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)