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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Professional. Listened to me.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
He is the best!
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Love this whole place. Dr Rueff is very friendly and very knowledgeable.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Everyone was very professional, ready to explain what was happening. I liked the text messages sent to me during my husband’s surgery.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
I wish all doctors were as good as him.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Rueff is a great surgeon and very compassionate.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Terrible patient/Doctor communications. No detailed 14 week review. Did not take crays to check on conditions of the procedure. Did not even look at the incision for proper healing.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
I THINK HE. IS A GREAT DR.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Excellent explanation for upcoming procedure, friendly, and willing to answer any questions I had
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
I feel like he really listened to me.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
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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.
Professional. Listened to me.
He is the best!
Love this whole place. Dr Rueff is very friendly and very knowledgeable.
Everyone was very professional, ready to explain what was happening. I liked the text messages sent to me during my husband’s surgery.
I wish all doctors were as good as him.
Dr. Rueff is a great surgeon and very compassionate.
Terrible patient/Doctor communications. No detailed 14 week review. Did not take crays to check on conditions of the procedure. Did not even look at the incision for proper healing.
I THINK HE. IS A GREAT DR.
Excellent explanation for upcoming procedure, friendly, and willing to answer any questions I had
I feel like he really listened to me.