I am a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery and shoulder replacement/arthroplasty. I perform minimally invasive surgery on the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle, providing patients quicker recovery and less time away from athletics, school and work. My expertise encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, including ligament tears, joint instability, cartilage injuries, osteoarthritis, tendon injuries and fractures. I am deeply invested in understanding the unique demands that athletes face and have dedicated myself to providing the highest level of care to my patients who strive to excel in their respective sports.

My ultimate goal as your orthopaedic surgeon is to help you recover from your injury or condition and not only regain your quality of life, but reach that next level. From both a personal and professional level I genuinely understand the frustration and challenges that come with musculoskeletal injuries. Although I have extensive surgical training, I employ a comprehensive approach to patient care, utilizing both non-surgical and surgical methods to achieve the best possible outcomes. I believe in the importance of open communication, active collaboration and personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and goals. Whether your journey is to obtain a scholarship, achieve All-Greater Rochester (AGR) selection, shine on your pro-day, or throw the ball in the yard with your kids, my job is to get you back in the game. Together, we can create a plan that not only addresses your immediate concerns but also sets you up for long-term success and well-being.

In my free time I enjoy spending time with family, playing hockey, golfing, hiking, going on surfing trips, as well as GoPro videography. During the winter season, you can often find me skating on the backyard pond, while in the summer, I enjoy paddle boarding in the Finger Lakes.

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, University of Rochester School of Medicine. 2022 - 2023

Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Community Memorial Hospital of San Buenaventura. 2017 - 2022

Undergraduate, State University of New York at Geneseo.

Education

DO | A.T. Still University. 2017

Awards

CMHS - Resident of the Year. 2022

Orthopaedic Summit Evolving Techniques - JOEI Research Award. 2021

Research

Beyond my technical expertise, I am dedicated to staying at the forefront of my field. I remain actively involved in research, publishing articles in peer-reviewed medical journals, participating in international podcast research discussions and presenting at nationally recognized conferences. By staying abreast of the latest advancements, I can offer my patients cutting-edge treatments backed by evidence-based care. In my current position as assistant professor of orthopaedics at University of Rochester School of Medicine, I take an active teaching role with physician assistant/associate students, medical students, residents and fellows. I have collaborated on research examining distal biceps repair, ACL reconstruction with quadriceps autograft, ACL preservation and repair, medial collateral ligament repair, tendon avulsion injuries, infection management in orthopaedic surgery, perioperative optimization and fracture repair and fixation. Utilizing patient-reported outcome assessments and minimal clinical difference calculations, my goal is to bridge the gap from clinical research to improve patient outcomes.

Publications

Journal Articles

A Radiographic Abdominal Pannus Sign is Associated With Postoperative Complications in Anterior THA.

Saini A, Dbeis A, Bascom N, Sanderson B, Golden T

Clinical orthopaedics and related research.. 2023 May 1481 (5):1014-1021. Epub 10/11/2022.

Short-term Clinical Outcomes of Unexpected Culture-positive Cutibacterium acnes (Formerly Propionibacterium acnes) in Open Orthopaedic Surgery.

Sanderson BR, Saini A, Chiang E, Linton K, Brien EW

Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews.. 2022 July 16 (7)Epub 07/06/2022.

Triple Surgical Fixation Technique for an Isolated Greater Trochanter Fracture in an Amateur Weightlifter.

Sanderson B, Washburn F, Allison D

Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews.. 2022 May 16 (5)Epub 05/01/2022.

Traumatic rupture of the posterior deltoid tendon during weight lifting: A case report and review of literature.

Sanderson B, Bogard M, Jazayeri R

Clinical case reports.. 2021 August 9 (8)Epub 04/09/2021.

Patella Fractures: Approach to Treatment.

Hargett DI, Sanderson BR, Little MTM

The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.. 2021 March 1529 (6):244-253. Epub 1900 01 01.

Bilateral shoulder septic arthritis due to suspected bacterial endocarditis: A case report.

Dbeis A, Sanderson B, Rahman S, Jazayeri R

International journal of surgery case reports.. 2021 March 80 :105624. Epub 02/15/2021.

Chronic distal biceps avulsion treated with suture button.

Zeman CA, Mueller JD, Sanderson BR, Gluck JS

Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery. 2020 August 29 (8):1548-1553. Epub 05/04/2020.

Repair of Proximal Hamstring Tear Utilizing a Suture Bridge Knotless Construct.

Sanderson B, Stumetz K, Jazayeri R

Case reports in orthopedics.. 2020 2020 :8840418. Epub 08/02/2020.

An Unusual Case of Solitary Osteochondroma of the Iliac Wing.

Thomas C, Sanderson B, Horvath DG, Mouselli M, Hobbs J

Case reports in orthopedics.. 2020 2020 :8831806. Epub 12/18/2020.

Primary Repair of the Medial Collateral Ligament with a Double Row Suture Technique and Suture Tape Augmentation for Acute Tibial-Sided Injuries.

Golden T, Friedman AMB, Jazayeri R, Sanderson B, Levy E

Arthroscopy techniques.. 2019 April 8 (4):e395-e398. Epub 03/25/2019.

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Patient Comments

5.0

Dr. Sanderson is wonderful!

Sep 29, 2025

5.0

Very happy

Sep 07, 2025

5.0

Surgeon answered all my questions.

Aug 31, 2025

5.0

Everyone is outstanding

Aug 27, 2025

1.6

The provider was dismissive regarding some of my questions and concerns of function [...].

Aug 25, 2025

5.0

Showed empathy.

Aug 14, 2025

5.0

Great experience

Aug 10, 2025

5.0

I had many questions. I was given plenty of time for answers. We are satisfied and my wife will look to have a procedure in the near future

Aug 09, 2025

2.2

The provider came off as indifferent about my situation/condition.

Jul 31, 2025

5.0

Steph & Dr. Sanderson were both great. Very informative and caring.

Jul 27, 2025

5.0

I have already recommended your people , their expertise and kindness.

Jul 03, 2025

5.0

First time patient and I was very impressed from start to finish.

Jun 28, 2025

5.0

Great experience, would absolutely recommend to others

Jun 27, 2025

5.0

Provider was excellent.

Jun 26, 2025

5.0

Great doctor Knowledgeable and understood my needs

Jun 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Sanderson is kind, professional and an all around good Doc!!! Knows his stuff and throughly explains everything to my understanding.

Jun 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent PA and Dr. Sanderson is simply amazing!

May 24, 2025

5.0

This was a follow up appointment. All went well

May 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sanderson was friendly, personable and made me feel very confident in his ability to help me with my shoulder issue.

Apr 29, 2025

5.0

I have recommended Dr. Sanderson to several colleagues and friends already. I have 100% trust in him as a surgeon!

Apr 26, 2025

5.0

Exceptional Doctor

Apr 11, 2025

5.0

All good

Apr 10, 2025

5.0

Both U of R Urgent Care and [...] were wonderful. Caring and efficient in all our interactions.

Apr 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent

Apr 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Sanderson was great. I would recommend him 100%.

Mar 06, 2025

5.0

I loved how open, honest and frank he was. Just told me like it was and if it was him, this is what he would do. I appreciated that very much

Mar 04, 2025

4.0

Didn't walk away with a clear understanding of why I had pain and difficulty with some arm and shoulder positions.

Mar 04, 2025

5.0

I have been very impressed with Dr. Sanderson and his care and whole approach. He's very open and detailed and professional, but always with a genuine smile. My final appointment was to formally discharge me from his care, but I had fallen on the ice the previous month and was concerned I had re injured my surgery site. He performed a thorough exam and was able to reassure me that I had not retorn my meniscus.

Feb 12, 2025

5.0

Excellent

Jan 30, 2025

5.0

Dr Sanderson is very patient. I never feel like any question is a dumb one and he takes all your concerns seriously and offers his advice. I would recommend him to anyone

Jan 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sanderson was wonderful!! Very concerned with the effectiveness of his surgery and extremely attentive to his patience, their recovery, and concerns. The best!

Jan 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sanderson is great to work with. He truly cares about his patients and is very thorough.

Jan 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sanderson has been fantastic! He listens so well, has empathy and also explains things so well. Highly satisfied with his care

Jan 08, 2025

5.0

Doctor ACTUALLY listened to my concerns regarding cortisone, shoulder pain, and other various items I brought up. Doctor even documented these items as stated by me. No other doctor or recent physical therapy on my hand has done this.

Jan 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Sanderson was very empathetic and understanding. Friendly, informative, and knowledgeable.

Dec 22, 2024

5.0

Again . My care was top notch. [...]

Dec 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson showed concern for my issue. He checked my strength so he would know how my rotator cuff was doing and so I would be confident in its strength. He found an osteophyte in the repaired area and explained how the clavicle and acromium meet and how the osteophyte appeared there. He looks at you while he listens so you know he's paying attention. He helped me understand that I could use exercise to serve my shoulder and that I wasn't required to all the exercises everyday, but could choose the exercises that would most help my shoulder each day. He is caring and pleasant. After my appointment, my husband commented that Dr. Sanderson has to know an awful lot about shoulders, and he does.

Dec 07, 2024

5.0

Outstanding Physician in EVERY way!

Dec 06, 2024

5.0

The Dr. Always shakes our hands twice: at beg. & At end.

Nov 16, 2024

5.0

Dr's. Castle and Sanderson were extremely helpful with their evaluations and explanations.

Nov 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Sanderson is terrific at explaining your X-rays and showing where and why you are having pain.

Nov 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson is courteous and patient. His concern for my injury and emotional well being was appreciated, as this is not the case with previous surgeons.

Oct 18, 2024

5.0

Immediate connection with physician, Physician's Assistant and nurse.

Oct 13, 2024

5.0

Great experience. Dr. Sanderson listened and explained thoroughly.

Sep 27, 2024

5.0

Dr Sanderson is wonderful and I have already recommended him to others

Sep 15, 2024

5.0

Very good. Experience

Sep 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Sanderson is Excellent

Sep 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson is amazing.thoughtful, and kind .

Sep 03, 2024

4.6

Sometime the doctor [...] talk fast with medical jargon. I am smart but I don't always understand.

Aug 29, 2024

5.0

Both the PA and the doctor were awesome. They listened carefully to my questions and concerns and they made sure I understood what they were telling me

Aug 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Sanderson listened very well. I felt like he really heard my (somewhat long) story.

Aug 23, 2024

5.0

Care provider did an outstanding job of explaining, using two different visual aids. I came away with so much info about what happened and what to do about it. I felt like I could make an informed decision

Aug 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson is kind, courteous and professional!

Jun 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Sanderson asks me very helpful questions at my visits and offers very helpful answers to my questions. I feel heard and valued and cared about and do recommend him to others. I am thrilled with the results of the surgery he performed and with the post-op care he has provided.

Jun 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson is absolutely a phenomenal doctor/surgeon! He cares, listens and does not make decisions without consulting me about my thoughts and opinions.

Apr 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson explains information about my surgery, recovery, and future very clearly. He's an excellent listener. He is very encouraging and makes me feel that my good progress is due largely to the way I am following through with post-surgery instructions and rehab. I never want to have this surgery again, but if I need to, I will feel extremely confident in his expertise and care.

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Sanderson [...] was my care provider. I felt comfortable with his demeanor, knowledge of current medical practices and concern to help me with my injury.

Mar 16, 2024

5.0

Wonderful physician

Feb 21, 2024

5.0

The most thorough, helpful, compassionate provider I've ever seen!!!

Dec 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanderson was very caring, easy to understand and patient. His bedside manner is the best I've experienced in the medical field. I didn't feel rushed in the appointment at all.

Oct 16, 2023

5.0

Really like this doctor

Oct 13, 2023