Dr. Walter W. Dearolf III, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, where he received the Clinical and Orthopaedic Surgery Prizes. He completed his surgical internship and residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Dr. Walter W. Dearolf III, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, where he received the Clinical and Orthopaedic Surgery Prizes. He completed his surgical internship and residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Dr. Walter W. Dearolf, III, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience providing patients with comprehensive care at Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Associates, P.C.
Dr. Dearolf graduated with his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and was the recipient of the Clinical Surgery Prize and Orthopaedic Surgery Prize. He then completed a surgical internship and residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
In addition to his practice duties, Dr. Dearolf also holds hospital appointments at Jeanes Hospital and Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center. He currently serves as the Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Jeanes Hospital, as well as a member of several surgical and professional review committees.
Dr. Dearolf is also actively involved with several professional organizations, including: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society, Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society, Eastern Orthopaedic Society, and Jefferson Orthopaedic Society.
Within the Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society, Dr. Dearolf has previously served as President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Program Chair. He continues to attend continuing medical education courses to provide his patients with the latest treatments available. His work has appeared in several papers and presentations as well.

Great Doctor! Concerned, caring, best Orthopedic doctor I’ve ever had!
More than five more like a 20 very nice doctor and takes one to listen
Dr Dearolf is always there to answer any concerns or questions I have. Never feel like he is rushing me & always make sure I understand what he has to say
So compassion with empathy for my pain. As well educate me on my options forward
Best Doctor I know treats you with respect and you never feel rushed in his care 💜💜💜
Very good listener and physician
Excellent physician; excellent manner; excellent surgeon!
Nicest, most empathetic doctor ever! Love him & his office staff - everyone is extremely "patient-considerate"! And Dr Dearolf truly cares about his patients. Been a patient of his since 2010. Highly recommend!
Awesome Doctor by far. Great with small talk making our appointment joyful. We love you Doc!
Best Doctor ever