Dr. Daniel E. Rueff, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist focusing on shoulder and knee reconstruction, fracture treatment, and sports injuries. A Louisville native, he joined Ellis & Badenhausen in 2010 after completing his residency at the University of Florida and a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Kentucky. Dr. Rueff serves as team physician for Trinity High School and has worked with various collegiate sports teams, including the University of Kentucky.
Dr. Daniel E. Rueff, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist focusing on shoulder and knee reconstruction, fracture treatment, and sports injuries. A Louisville native, he joined Ellis & Badenhausen in 2010 after completing his residency at the University of Florida and a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Kentucky. Dr. Rueff serves as team physician for Trinity High School and has worked with various collegiate sports teams, including the University of Kentucky.
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Very friendly at my 1st meeting and explained the procedure well.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
First time being seen by Dr. Rueff and was very pleased with his understanding of injury and tentative treatment path. Also very pleased that he felt that being seen by a fellow orthopedic surgeon could have meaningful insight for treatment.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Wonderful dr who listens to you
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Rueff is always very patient and he doesn’t try to rush through the appointment… He listens and he understands. He tries his very best to help me in anyway he can.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very Knows his business and very easy to communicate with.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Great doctor
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
W0nderful dr treats every one so kind & respectf
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Nc
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent Dr. He tries to prevent surgery until there is no other option. My family has 100% faith in Dr. Rueff.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
He listened and seem to want to help me. He seemed knowledgeable and interested.!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Eastpoint Office
13151 Magisterial Drive Suite 200 Louisville, KY 40223
South End Office
5120 Dixie Hwy Suite 102 Louisville, KY 40216
Dr. Daniel E. Rueff, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, focuses on shoulder and knee reconstruction, sports medicine, and fracture treatment.
A Louisville native, Dr. Rueff has been with Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics since 2010, following his medical training at the University of Louisville, an orthopedic residency at the University of Florida, and a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Kentucky. Throughout his career, he has served as a team physician or consultant for various collegiate sports programs, including the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and the University of Florida. Dr. Rueff also serves as the football team physician for Trinity High School, his alma mater.
He is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
Very friendly at my 1st meeting and explained the procedure well.
First time being seen by Dr. Rueff and was very pleased with his understanding of injury and tentative treatment path. Also very pleased that he felt that being seen by a fellow orthopedic surgeon could have meaningful insight for treatment.
Wonderful dr who listens to you
Dr. Rueff is always very patient and he doesn’t try to rush through the appointment… He listens and he understands. He tries his very best to help me in anyway he can.
Very Knows his business and very easy to communicate with.
Great doctor
W0nderful dr treats every one so kind & respectf
Nc
Excellent Dr. He tries to prevent surgery until there is no other option. My family has 100% faith in Dr. Rueff.
He listened and seem to want to help me. He seemed knowledgeable and interested.!