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Robert D. Bronstein, M.D.
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South Pointe Landing
10 South Pointe Landing, Suite 100
Rochester, NY 14626
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10 Miracle Mile Drive
Rochester, NY 14623
About Me
My expertise includes treatment of injuries to the knee, shoulder, elbow, and ankle. I have served as a team physician for all of the Rochester area professional teams and currently serve as Team Physician for the Rochester Amerks, the University of Rochester and Monroe Community College sports teams.
Certified Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Faculty Appointments
Professor - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Orthopaedics, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1992 - 1993
Residency, Rutgers/New Jersey Medical School. 1988 - 1992
Internship, Rutgers/New Jersey Medical School. 1987 - 1987
Education
MD | New Jersey Medical School. 1987
Awards
Nominated for the Dr. Moyer Award for outstanding physician in sports medicine. 2004
Orthopaedic Review, Resident Writers' Award finalist. 1992
Graduate tuition scholarship.
Dean's Award for Academic Achievement.
Research
Publications
Journal Articles
Overuse Injuries in School-age Athletes
Bronstein, RD.
Doctor's Advice. 2009; 2(3): 18-21.
Knee Ligament Injuries.
Bronstein, R.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Your Orthopaedic Connection on line publications. 2008; .
Revision ACL reconstruction: Arthroscopic Pearl.
Bronstein, R.
Arthroscopy Association of North America Pearls. 2006; .
Taking the trauma out of clavicle fractures: Complications may require special apporaches to management.
Bronstein, R.
The Jornal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. 2006; 23(5): 321-328.
Two incision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with tensioned femoral post fixation.
Bronstein, R.
Techniques in Knee Surgery. 2005; 4(2): 100-111.
Complex Cases Should Not Hit Doctors Wallet.
Bronstein, R.
Democrat and Chronicle Newspaper (Rochester). 2004; .
Meniscal tears: current treatment options.
Bronstein, R.
Current Opinion in Orthopaedics. 2002; 13: 143-150.
Tackling the challenge of football injuries.
Bronstein, R.
The Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. 2002; 19(10): 420-426.
Voloshin I, Bronstein RD, DeHaven KE
The American journal of sports medicine.. 2002 30 (5):751-3. Epub 1900 01 01.
Postoperative analgesic requirements in patients undergoing arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Wu, C.; Bronstein, R.; Chen, J.; Lee, D.; Rouse, L.
The American Journal of Anesthesiology. 2001; 28(4): 176-180.
Taking the trauma out of clavicle fractures.
Bronstein, R.
The Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. 2001; 18(10): 485-494.
Postoperative analgesic requirements in patients undergoing arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Bronstein, R.; Wu, C.; Chen, J.; Lee, D.; Rouse, L.
The American Journal of Orthoapedics. 2000; 29(12): 974-979.
Who should order MRI studies?
Bronstein, R.
The Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. 2000; 17(6): 310.
DeHaven KE, Bronstein RD
Clinics in sports medicine.. 1997 January 16 (1):69-86. Epub 1900 01 01.
On field management of football injuries.
Bronstein, R.
The Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. 1995; 12(1): 14-24.
Open meniscus repair.
DeHaven, K.; Bronstein, R.
Operative Techniques in Sports Medicine. 1994; 2(3): 172-176.
An obvious way to reduce costs.
Bronstein, R.
Orthopaedics Today. 1994; 14: 6.
Hurley J, Bronstein R
Sports medicine.. 1993 February 15 (2):133-8. Epub 1900 01 01.
Bronstein RD, Sebastianelli WJ, DeHaven KE
Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association.. 1993 9 (5):596-8. Epub 1900 01 01.
The usefullness of MRI in evaluating menisci after meniscus repair.
Bronstein, R.; Kirk, P.; Hurley, J.
Orthopaedics. 1992; 15: 149-152.
The usefullness of MR imaging in evaluating menisci after meniscal repair.
Hurley, J.; Kirk, P.; Bronstein, R.
Arthroscopy. 1992; 8: 400.
Rao JP, Bronstein R
Orthopaedic review. 1991 March 20 (3):261-4. Epub 1900 01 01.
Bronstein RD, Holt JA, Zirkin BR
Endocrinology.. 1984 July 115 (1):342-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
A medical profile of institutionalized geriatric patients.
Ashton, J.; Bronstein, R.; Friedman, G.; Vill, K.
1984 Summer Research Program, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. 1984; : 1-3.
Books
AAOS (2001)
Chapter: Essentials of Musculoskeletal Care
Authors: Bronstein, R.; DeHaven, K.; Maloney, M.; Sebastianelli, W.; Cosgarea, A.; Black, K.;
Publisher: Contributing Author 2001
Rehabilitation in Sports Medicine (1998)
Chapter: Medical aspects of athletic knee injuries.
Authors: Bronstein, R.; DeHaven, K.
Publisher: Stamford, Appleton, and Lange 1998
The Lower Extremity and Spine in Sports Medicine (1995)
Chapter: Injuries to the menisci of the knee.
Authors: DeHaven, K.; Bronstein, R.
Publisher: Mosby, St. Louis 1995
Current Therapy in Sports Medicine (1995)
Chapter: Arthroscopically assisted reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using patellar tendon autograft.
Authors: Bronstein, R.; DeHaven, K.
Publisher: Mosby, St. Louis 1995
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Patient Comments
Dr Bronstein is excellent. The absolute best
Jul 27, 2024
Provider seemed to be in a hurry on the day of my appointment.
Jun 07, 2024
I think he is more than competent. I trust his judgement. I don't think he conveys empathy for pain particularly well. [...]
Jun 03, 2024
Dr Bronstein clearly explained my upcoming procedure and answered all my questions thoroughly
May 08, 2024
May not have much of a bedside manner but seems to be a good doctor.
May 08, 2024
Dr. Bronstein was thorough and he suggested a treatment that seemed appropriate for my condition at the time. I asked if I need further imaging of my left shoulder (MRI) and he didn't feel it was necessary. He suggested a cortisone injection which I agreed to and which has seemed to help some with my range of motion. I am still continuing my physical therapy
Mar 24, 2024
My first visit wasn't great but I've seen him at least 3 since that including this visit, he has been great. [...].
Dec 29, 2023
Excellent doctor.
Dec 15, 2023
Dr B explained my condition in detail and was easy to understand, and he answered my questions thoroughly.
Nov 25, 2023
Excellent staff. Doctor listened to all kinds of questions & answered effectively & diligently.
Nov 21, 2023
Dr. Bronstein was rude and callous. He did not greet me. Introduce himself to me. Or interact with me. [...]
Oct 18, 2023
[...] he spent less than three minutes with me. He didn't listen to me [...] He genuinely acted like I was a waste of his time.
Sep 22, 2023
Dr. Bronstein was great. He walked me through everything. From x-rays to my condition. To telling me my options for Injury. Very professional!
Sep 13, 2023
Very thorough explanation of condition , options and answered all questions . Great counseling for present snd future care decisions .
Aug 25, 2023
Average
Jul 02, 2023
This was our first visit with Dr. Bronstein and we liked him very much. He was very helpful and caring for our special needs and [...] injury and upcoming lacrosse tournaments out of state.
Jun 29, 2023
This provider entered the room , did not introduce himself , shake my hand , absolutely nothing. Sat down , swiped his card to get into computer and asked " what brings you here ". No knowledge of my history , previous visits with Dr. Goldblatt prior to his passing. [...] He proceeded to stand up and said " you have been dealing with this for 10 years what's the urgency all of a sudden ". I am very upset about his demeanor , bedside manner , lack of caring or concern for my pain and quality of life. I will never ever see this provider again and will be sure no family members do either. He instructed me where check out was. He was not even in room with me for 6Minutes. I timed it and wish I tapeRecorded it but did know he would be this unprofessional. [...] I did notEven have a chance to ask myList of questions in regards to ultrasound therapy , anti inflammatory dosing or what I can do for my quality of life. [...]
Jun 25, 2023
Total time I was in with the Dr. Was about 7 minutes or so. Never discussed my feelings or potential options outside of surgery recovery time and how soon to have it.
Jun 25, 2023
Dr. Bronstein has taken care of several of my family members. All were very pleased with their outcomes.
May 30, 2023
He's the worst Dr I've ever seen. I spent over $500 only for my issue to become worse. He has zero bedside manner. If he knew he couldn't help me he should have said that 2 months ago and not dragged me along and spending all this money for no reason and to send me elsewhere.[...]
Apr 29, 2023
The provider did not take into consideration what I thought would help with an issue I was having. It seemed as though he was in rush and only concern was to leave the room.
Mar 31, 2023
Excellent
Mar 08, 2023
At times (not this past visit but prior visits) Dr. Bronstein was short with responding concerns.
Jan 30, 2023
Very pleased
Jan 24, 2023
I have no course of action moving forward. I continue to have pain in my right knee,groin and thigh that prevents me form sleeping. No explanation was provided for my groin and thigh pain.
Jan 23, 2023
Provider was cold, rude, harsh, did not answer questions or show concern. Came across as very annoyed by me. Very bad experience.
Nov 03, 2022
Dr. Bronstein is set in his ways, doesn't have good bedside manners [...] Doesn't explain well his decision making. Always seems irritated
Oct 26, 2022
Was not concerned with my concerns. Just indicated I shouldn't run. [...]
Jul 21, 2022
This was the first time I met this provider. He did not introduce himself to me, he had very little to no interest in what I had to say. [...]
Jul 11, 2022
Dr. Bronstein did an amazing job with my surgery. My recovery has gone well and my knee function is returning to normal very well and faster than I expected.
Jun 20, 2022
Excellent surgeon. [...]
Jun 02, 2022
Dr. Bronstein explained very well and clearly the injury in my left knee that he is going to repair via surgery. He was clear, thorough and very patient. I would recommend himTo anyone needed knee surgery.
May 19, 2022
Dr. Bronstein is a phenomenal dr. He is the best at what he does.
Apr 25, 2022
No doubt the best in the area
Apr 22, 2022
Didn't feel that he cares
Apr 13, 2022
[...] I felt that I was just another patient in line that Dr. Bronstein was rotating through with no real effort on his part to connect with me. My appointment was at the end of the day, so I'm sure this didn't help the situation, but the last patient should be afforded the same attention as the last patient.
Apr 12, 2022
Dr. Bronstein was great throughout the total process. Could not have had a better experience.
Apr 09, 2022
I felt as though I was wasting his time.[...]
Mar 11, 2022
[...] He appeared to be agitated, rushed and standoffish the second he entered my room. I would never recommend him to anyone [...].
Feb 02, 2022