About Dr. Gainor
Dr. Jonathan Gainor was born and raised in the Capital Region. He attended Christian Brothers Academy for high school, earned a Bachelor of Science at Union College in Schenectady, and went on to a master’s degree in Physiology at Albany Medical College Graduate School. He completed Medical School at Albany Medical College before beginning his Residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Albany Medical Center. After Residency, he went on to a fellowship at the Anderson Clinic in Alexandria, Virginia where he had extensive exposure to joint replacement of the hips and knees including minimally invasive techniques, anterior approach to the hip, and tissue guided surgery.
After Fellowship, Dr. Gainor joined OrthoNY at their Saratoga locations in August 2010 and became a partner in the practice January 2013. He is on staff at Saratoga Hospital and has privileges at Glens Falls Hospital. He is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and belongs to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
His areas of interest include total knee and hip replacements, complex revision and reconstruction of the hip and knees. Beyond his surgical expertise Dr. Gainor utilizes accelerated rehabilitation and physical therapy for safe and efficient recovery after surgery as well as comprehensive pain management strategies during the recovery period.
Experience & Resources
Education
Medical School
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY – MD, 2004
Fellowship
Anderson Orthopedic Research Institute, Alexandria, VA – Adult Reconstructive Surgery, 2009-2010
Residency
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY – Division of Orthopedic Surgery, 2004-2009
Board Certifications
- Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
Patient Resources
Affiliations
- Saratoga Hospital
- Glens Falls Hospital
- OrthoNY Surgical Suites
Dr. Gainor’s Reviews
Total hip replacement was amazing! Saratoga hospital In at 6am out the door walking at 9am! Will recommend to everyone! No staples, no sutures just glue! The best experience I ever had …
Kat Warren
April 3rd 2026
Kat Warren
April 3rd 2026
This was my first visit with Dr. Gainor and I was extremely pleased. He was very professional, prompt and knowledgeable. He has come up with a diagnosis, we are just waiting for …
Denise Davies
April 3rd 2026
Denise Davies
April 3rd 2026
Highly recommend this doctor and he has been nothing but wonderful and the staff as well at the Saratoga office and hospital
Justin Martel
April 3rd 2026
Justin Martel
April 3rd 2026
Dr. Gainor, is great answered all my questions. He never disappoints. His staff are awesome too!
karen Robinson
April 1st 2026
karen Robinson
April 1st 2026
The best Orthopedic Surgeon this side of Heaven!! Really knows his stuff, and rescued my Daughter after18 failed hip surgeries from other Ortho Surgeons who wanted to amputate. Dr. GAINOR OPERATED on …
Toni R
March 27th 2026
Toni R
March 27th 2026
I have had two hip replacements in 2 months. I can’t say enough good about Ortho NY and Dr Gainor along with Saratoga Hospital and their entire staff.
Kathy Arnold
March 27th 2026
Kathy Arnold
March 27th 2026
Front end was very clean. To register, check in ladies were so friendly and professional. Was always so busy but all patients were nice while waiting.Nurses were really nice and asked very …
Patient
March 26th 2026
Patient
March 26th 2026
Professional, timely and I received helpful advice concerning knee issues.
Patient
March 26th 2026
Patient
March 26th 2026
Dr Gainor did both my knee surgeries over 10 years ago – and this is the first time I have had a knee issue since – wouldn’t go to anyone else. Getting …
Kristen Paterek
March 21st 2026
Kristen Paterek
March 21st 2026
Doctors were extremely reassuring and showed complete confidence in the operation. These guys were the best.
Edward Pigliavento
March 11th 2026
Edward Pigliavento
March 11th 2026