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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Always very attentive, professional, and
efficient.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
He was a very good doctor and explained things well
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Listened and was a great communicator.outlined risks and benefits of surgery
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
very willing to explain what is going on and why i was feeling such pain. also explained options for care and follow up. i felt well taken care of.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
He was excellent and I’ll recommend him for sure!!!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Listened and offered a couple of courses of action. Did not feel rushed
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
I was unconscious (under anesthesia) when I ‘met’ him today, but I woke up, so 5 stars! Ditto for everyone else on the care team.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Great physician, listens well and diagnoses the issue and then informs you of the best course of treatment.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Walking into my appointment I felt like I was heard with the condition of my symptoms. I feel like the place I went was nothing compared to OrthoConnecticut.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very thorough, explains one needs to know about each case. Very satisfied with his treatment.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
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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.
Always very attentive, professional, and efficient.
He was a very good doctor and explained things well
Listened and was a great communicator.outlined risks and benefits of surgery
very willing to explain what is going on and why i was feeling such pain. also explained options for care and follow up. i felt well taken care of.
He was excellent and I’ll recommend him for sure!!!
Listened and offered a couple of courses of action. Did not feel rushed
I was unconscious (under anesthesia) when I ‘met’ him today, but I woke up, so 5 stars! Ditto for everyone else on the care team.
Great physician, listens well and diagnoses the issue and then informs you of the best course of treatment.
Walking into my appointment I felt like I was heard with the condition of my symptoms. I feel like the place I went was nothing compared to OrthoConnecticut.
Very thorough, explains one needs to know about each case. Very satisfied with his treatment.