Dr. David Dare, M.D., is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery. Dr. Dare specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, and shoulder replacements.
Dr. David Dare, M.D., is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery. Dr. Dare specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, and shoulder replacements.
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Excellent surgeon and team.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Dare said range of motion from reverse shoulder replacement was exceptional. Helpful with other problems not in his area of medical procedures. Nice guy. Obviously extremely competent
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Very approachable and explains things clearly.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
I felt like Dr. Dare was thorough and took time to really listen to my issue. I feel like he has prescribed a good course of treatment.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent care and professionalism. I have appreciated my experience.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very professional. Very knowledgeable. Very helpful.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Dare is very compassionate & Listened to to my concerns & told me my options.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
I had an x-ray and Dr. Dare did some diagnostic movements to evaluate my shoulder. He explained my situation thoroughly in very understandable medical terminology.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Great experience and thankful for his help.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Well the best way I can describe this encounter is comfort. From the time I walked in I felt like the correct people were in my corner. The entire team was seamless. I don’t function well in Dr. situations. This one however was really easy and surprisingly smooth. Their knowledge and confidence mixed with kindness respect and understanding made this surgery bearable and made me comfortable for that above all I say thank you.
Dr. David Dare, M.D., is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery. Dr. Dare specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, and shoulder replacements.
Dr. Dare began his academic career at Boston College, where he graduated magna cum laude. He received his medical degree from the University of Virginia. Dr. Dare then completed his surgical internship at Cornell University/New-York Presbyterian Hospital and his orthopaedic surgery residency at the #1 ranked Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. During his residency, Dr. Dare was awarded the Thomas Wickiewicz, MD Resident Research Grant and the Thomas P. Sculco Award, an award given by colleagues and hospital staff to the resident that most excels in patient care. He was also named an AOA Emerging Leader. After his residency training, he completed a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Hospital for Special Surgery, where he served as assistant team physician for the New York Giants and Iona College.
Dr. Dare has authored over 20 peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters, and has given multiple podium and poster presentations at national and international conferences. He currently serves as a journal reviewer for the Hospital of Special Surgery Journal and The American Journal of Sports Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Medical Association (AMA).
Medical School University of Virginia School of Medicine
Internship New York Hospital/Cornell University Medical Center
Residency Hospital for Special Surgery
Fellowship Hospital for Special Surgery (Sports Medicine)
Excellent surgeon and team.
Dr Dare said range of motion from reverse shoulder replacement was exceptional. Helpful with other problems not in his area of medical procedures. Nice guy. Obviously extremely competent
Very approachable and explains things clearly.
I felt like Dr. Dare was thorough and took time to really listen to my issue. I feel like he has prescribed a good course of treatment.
Excellent care and professionalism. I have appreciated my experience.
Very professional. Very knowledgeable. Very helpful.
Dr Dare is very compassionate & Listened to to my concerns & told me my options.
I had an x-ray and Dr. Dare did some diagnostic movements to evaluate my shoulder. He explained my situation thoroughly in very understandable medical terminology.
Great experience and thankful for his help.
Well the best way I can describe this encounter is comfort. From the time I walked in I felt like the correct people were in my corner. The entire team was seamless. I don’t function well in Dr. situations. This one however was really easy and surprisingly smooth. Their knowledge and confidence mixed with kindness respect and understanding made this surgery bearable and made me comfortable for that above all I say thank you.