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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Dr. Rueff, is a great doctor, very compassionate and knowledgeable about my
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
He is a excellent physician!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional and very understanding
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Great surgeon. I would highly recommend.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
As usual, I hope he will be around
To see me until y end is here
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
He looked at my X-rays and told me exactly what was wrong and gave me options to get better.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Rueff has a great rapport with patients. He’s dependable and understanding
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Very personable. Very open to lots of questions.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Very gracious
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent surgeon.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-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.
Dr. Rueff, is a great doctor, very compassionate and knowledgeable about my
He is a excellent physician!
Very professional and very understanding
Great surgeon. I would highly recommend.
As usual, I hope he will be around To see me until y end is here
He looked at my X-rays and told me exactly what was wrong and gave me options to get better.
Rueff has a great rapport with patients. He’s dependable and understanding
Very personable. Very open to lots of questions.
Very gracious
Excellent surgeon.