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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He was an excellent doctor and took great care of me. I would definitely go back to him again..
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Best Ortho doctor!!
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
He is a fantastic young surgeon and he has a great bedside manner! He is a genius at what he does, and anyone in his care would be very happy and well taken care of. Thank you Dr. RUEFF. Sincerely appreciate you, Sherry Mattingly
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He was very kind, very knowledgeable and really got me fixed up! I’m feeling so much better!
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Rueff is a professional, kind and caring Physician. Have 100% confidence in him.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Everyone was so kind and helpful Dr Rueff was great
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Friendly office and efficient. Dr. RUEFF IS Always informative and kind.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very thorough given a cortisone shot, feeling better already.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
I feel like Dr roof always listens to me and I understand some I concerns and pains he did my shoulder surgery and I trusting completely
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
The TKR was successful. I will get the other TKR in 2026.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
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13151 Magisterial Drive Suite 200 Louisville, KY 40223
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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.
He was an excellent doctor and took great care of me. I would definitely go back to him again..
Best Ortho doctor!!
He is a fantastic young surgeon and he has a great bedside manner! He is a genius at what he does, and anyone in his care would be very happy and well taken care of. Thank you Dr. RUEFF. Sincerely appreciate you, Sherry Mattingly
He was very kind, very knowledgeable and really got me fixed up! I’m feeling so much better!
Dr Rueff is a professional, kind and caring Physician. Have 100% confidence in him.
Everyone was so kind and helpful Dr Rueff was great
Friendly office and efficient. Dr. RUEFF IS Always informative and kind.
Very thorough given a cortisone shot, feeling better already.
I feel like Dr roof always listens to me and I understand some I concerns and pains he did my shoulder surgery and I trusting completely
The TKR was successful. I will get the other TKR in 2026.