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Brian Snyder is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. He practices at Boston Children's Hospital with locations in both Boston and Lexington, Massachusetts. Dr. Snyder holds an MD and PhD and is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Snyder completed his medical education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1986, followed by an internship at New England Deaconess Hospital in 1987, residency at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1992, and fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital in 1994.
His research focuses primarily on pediatric orthopedics, spine surgery, cartilage research, and nanotechnology applications in orthopedics. Dr. Snyder has made significant contributions to understanding osteoarthritis, cerebral palsy treatment, progeria research, and bone regeneration. His work often combines advanced imaging techniques with biomechanical analysis to develop innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
Dr. Snyder's research program demonstrates a strong emphasis on translational medicine, with numerous publications bridging basic science discoveries to clinical applications. His work spans from fundamental cartilage biomechanics to clinical trials evaluating novel treatments for pediatric orthopedic conditions.
Dr. Snyder has contributed extensively to the development of consensus-based guidelines for pediatric spinal deformities and has conducted important research on the biomechanics of bone and cartilage using advanced imaging techniques including contrast-enhanced computed tomography.
- Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Department
- Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Harvard Medical School
- American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (General)
Dr. Snyder has mentored numerous trainees and collaborators across multiple disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary research that bridges orthopedics, imaging science, and nanotechnology. His work continues to advance the understanding and treatment of complex orthopedic conditions in children and young adults.
