Dr. Ryan Thacher, M.D., earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons as a Dean’s Scholar and graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery, where he received the Lewis Clark Wagner Award for Excellence in Translational Research.
Dr. Ryan Thacher, M.D., earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons as a Dean’s Scholar and graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery, where he received the Lewis Clark Wagner Award for Excellence in Translational Research.
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Good
(6 days ago)
May-2026
He is the Best Doctor I have seen. He is Professional, thorough, and explains everything in detail. Verily patience and conscientious!!! My best experience with any doctor! Outstanding! If 5 is excellent and the highest rating I would give 10!!
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Excellent communication and great demeanor
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very kind and professional.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Westport
323 Riverside Ave. 1st Floor Westport, CT 06880
Wilton
45 Danbury Rd Wilton, CT 06897
Dr. Ryan Thacher, M.D., earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons as a Dean’s Scholar and graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery, where he received the Lewis Clark Wagner Award for Excellence in Translational Research.
He then completed a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at HSS, serving as a co-chief administrative fellow and as an assistant team physician for the New York Mets and New York Red Bulls. His experiences as a top collegiate and professional athlete give him unique insight into the demands of high-level sports and inform his approach to helping athletes and active patients return to peak performance safely and efficiently.
Dr. Thacher is deeply committed to advancing the field of orthopedic surgery through research. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and continues to actively engage in research endeavors, focusing on innovations in sports medicine, surgical techniques, and strategies to improve patient outcomes.
Good
He is the Best Doctor I have seen. He is Professional, thorough, and explains everything in detail. Verily patience and conscientious!!! My best experience with any doctor! Outstanding! If 5 is excellent and the highest rating I would give 10!!
Excellent communication and great demeanor
Very kind and professional.