University of Connecticut Health Center, United States.
Dr. Joshua Baruch Baldino is a distinguished PharmD and MD with expertise in biomechanics, orthobiologics, and clinical research. He is affiliated with the University of Connecticut Health Center and has made significant contributions to the field of orthopedics, particularly in trauma and arthroplasty in periarticular injuries. With over 26 journal publications, Dr. Baldino has been actively involved in research and has designed and implemented two randomized controlled trials (RCTs) during medical school. He will soon undertake a fellowship in traumaplasty following his residency.
Profile
🎓 Education
Dr. Joshua B. Baldino holds dual professional degrees in Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Doctor of Medicine (MD), demonstrating his strong foundation in both pharmaceutical sciences and clinical medicine. His expertise bridges the gap between drug therapy, patient care, and surgical interventions, enabling a comprehensive approach to healthcare. With this diverse educational background, Dr. Baldino has contributed significantly to biomechanics, orthobiologics, and orthopedic trauma research, focusing on enhancing treatment outcomes for musculoskeletal injuries and surgical procedures.
💼 Experience
Dr. Joshua B. Baldino is a dedicated physician and researcher at the University of Connecticut Health Center, where he actively contributes to advancements in orthopedics and musculoskeletal health. As a clinical researcher, he specializes in biomechanics, orthobiologics, and periarticular trauma, focusing on improving surgical techniques and patient outcomes. During his medical training, he demonstrated a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine by designing and implementing two randomized controlled trials (RCTs), showcasing his ability to conduct high-quality clinical research. His work bridges the gap between scientific innovation and real-world patient care in orthopedic surgery.
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Baldino’s research focuses on:
Biomechanics & Orthobiologics 🏥
Periarticular Trauma & Arthroplasty 💉
Clinical Studies in Orthopedics ⚕️
🏆 Awards & Memberships
Professional Membership: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
📚 Selected Publications
Determination of a Safe Zone for Ischial Screw Placement in Total Hip Arthroplasty
📖 Journal: The Journal of Arthroplasty
📅 Publication Date: January 2024
👥 Contributors: Nicholas J. Bellas, David Baltrusaitis, Barrett B. Torre, Joshua B. Baldino, Tannaz I. Sedghi, Daniel E. Marrero, Olga Solovyova
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair with a Fibrin Scaffold Containing Growth Factors and Autologous Progenitor Cells Derived From Humeral cBMA Improves Clinical Outcomes in High-Risk Patients
📖 Journal: Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation
📅 Publication Date: October 2022
👥 Contributors: Alexander Otto, Matthew R. LeVasseur, Joshua B. Baldino, Lukas N. Muench, Nicholas Bellas, Colin Uyeki, Maxwell T. Trudeau, Michael R. Mancini, Mary Beth R. McCarthy, Augustus D. Mazzocca
Semitendinosus vs Gracilis Grafts With 1- vs 2-Tunnel Techniques for Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction: A Biomechanical Study
📖 Journal: The American Journal of Sports Medicine
📅 Publication Date: June 2022
👥 Contributors: Alexander Otto, Jamie L. Friedman, Lauren K. Szolomayer, Joshua B. Baldino, Elifho Obopilwe, Mark P. Cote, Augustus D. Mazzocca, Robert A. Arciero
All-Suture Anchor and Unicortical Button Show Comparable Biomechanical Properties for Onlay Subpectoral Biceps Tenodesis
📖 Journal: JSES International
📅 Publication Date: December 2020
👥 Contributors: Alexander Otto, Sebastian Siebenlist, Joshua B. Baldino, Matthew Murphy, Lukas N. Muench, Julian Mehl, Elifho Obopilwe, Mark P. Cote, Andreas B. Imhoff, Augustus D. Mazzocca
Subacromial Bursa–Derived Cells Demonstrate High Proliferation Potential Regardless of Patient Demographics and Rotator Cuff Tear Characteristics
📖 Journal: Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery
📅 Publication Date: November 2020
👥 Contributors: Lukas N. Muench, Joshua B. Baldino, Daniel P. Berthold, Cameron Kia, Amir Lebaschi, Mark P. Cote, Mary Beth McCarthy, Augustus D. Mazzocca