William Urban

William Urban, MD serves as Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation Medicine and Chief of the Division of Sports Medicine at New York University School of Medicine. Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Urban specializes in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, and Shoulder and Knee Surgery. His extensive clinical and academic career has established him as a leader in orthopaedic sports medicine.

Dr. Urban's research interests span Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Knee Surgery, Sports Injury Epidemiology, Concussion Management, and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation. His work examines injury patterns across various sports, particularly focusing on youth ice hockey injuries, surfing-related trauma, and age-related considerations in athletic performance and recovery.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on epidemiological studies of sports injuries, surgical outcomes research, and evidence-based approaches to sports medicine. Dr. Urban has published extensively on ice hockey injuries (both male and female), concussion incidence and management, arthroscopic meniscus surgery outcomes, and considerations for aging athletes.

Among his notable scientific contributions are studies on the epidemiology of ice hockey injuries across different age groups, concussion management protocols, and the impact of patient factors like obesity and smoking on surgical outcomes. His work has appeared in prominent orthopaedic and sports medicine journals, contributing significantly to evidence-based practice in the field.

As Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation Medicine, Dr. Urban oversees clinical operations, academic programs, and research initiatives within the department. His leadership position indicates a substantial role in mentoring junior faculty, shaping departmental strategy, and advancing the field of orthopaedic surgery through both clinical practice and scholarly work.