Dov Bader

Dov Bader, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at The Pennsylvania State University and serves as a Team Physician for Penn State Athletics. His roles include clinical education of athletic training students, medical students, residents, and fellows.

Education:

• BS in Biochemistry, Temple University (1991–1995)
• MD, Temple University School of Medicine (1999–2003)
• Internship and Residency, University of Buffalo-SUNY (2003–2008)
• Fellowship, University of California, Los Angeles (2008–2009)

Research Interests: Dr. Bader's work centers on ACL reconstruction techniques, noninvasive treatments for UCL injuries, and musculoskeletal care (tendon, cartilage, fractures) across joints. His biomechanics research explores diagnostic innovations like shear modulus measurement for injury assessment.

Awards:

• Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery (2011)
• Sports Medicine Certification (2014)