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Robert Pettit, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Fort Thomas, KY

Robert Joseph Pettit MD

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Trauma, Shoulder Surgery


Orthopaedic Surgeon

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  • 775 Alexandria PikeFort Thomas, KY 41075

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Summary

  • Robert Pettit, MD, based in Fort Thomas, KY, specializes in orthopaedic surgery with subspecialties in hip and knee reconstructive surgery, orthopedic sports medicine, orthopedic trauma, and shoulder surgery. He completed his medical education at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2015, followed by an orthopaedic surgery residency at Ohio State University Hospital from 2015 to 2020 and a fellowship in orthopaedic sports medicine at New England Baptist Hospital in 2021. Dr. Pettit currently serves as a team physician for the Cincinnati Reds since 2023. His clinical expertise includes patellofemoral tracking disorder, rotator cuff repair, and both knee and shoulder reconstruction. His research work has been published in several reputable journals and includes studies on topics such as reverse total shoulder arthroplasty and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, with multiple citations indicating influence in his field.

Education & Training

  • New England Baptist Hospital
    New England Baptist HospitalFellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 2021
  • Ohio State University Hospital
    Ohio State University HospitalResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2015 - 2020
  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
    University of Cincinnati College of MedicineClass of 2015

Certifications & Licensure

  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2015 - 2028
  • KY State Medical License
    KY State Medical License 2021 - 2027
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2021 - 2023
  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2020 - 2023
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Authored Content

  • Time Matters: Knee Cartilage Defect Expansion and High-Grade Lesion Formation while Awaiting Autologous Chondrocyte ImplantationDecember 2021

Press Mentions

  • Dr. Robert Pettit to lead Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine’s new location in Fort Thomas
    Dr. Robert Pettit to lead Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine’s new location in Fort ThomasNovember 24th, 2022

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