About Dr. LaRosa
Dr. LaRosa is a board‑certified orthopedic surgeon with more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in the Capital Region. He specializes in general orthopedics and sports medicine, with a longstanding commitment to providing comprehensive, patient‑centered musculoskeletal care.
Dr. LaRosa joined OrthoNY as a partner in 2013 after many years serving the Saratoga community. Prior to this, he practiced as a partner at Orthopedic Associates of Saratoga from 2006 to 2013 and as the owner of Saratoga Sports Medicine and Orthopedics from 2001 to 2005. Since 2008, he has also been a member of BOSS Enterprises of Saratoga, LLC.
His dedication to clinical excellence has extended into leadership roles. From 2007 to 2009, Dr. LaRosa served as Chair of the Department of Surgery at Saratoga Hospital.
Dr. LaRosa completed his medical training at Albany Medical College, earning his medical degree in 1987. He went on to complete an internship in General Surgery and a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Albany Medical Center, where he also served as Chief Resident from 1991 to 1992. He holds dual undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Cell Biology from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh.
He is board‑certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, a credential he obtained in 1994.
Experience & Resources
Education
Medical School
Albany Medical College of Union University, Albany, NY – MD, 1987
Internship
Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY – General Surgery, 1988
Residency
Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY – Orthopedic Surgery, 1991 – Chief Resident, 1992
Board Certifications
- Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
Patient Resources
Affiliations
- OrthoNY Surgical Suites
- Saratoga Hospital
Professional Achievements & Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha-Medical School Honor Society
Dr. LaRosa’s Reviews
Excellent surgeon he did both my hips
Yasminilda Sierra
April 9th 2026
Yasminilda Sierra
April 9th 2026
I was pleased with the answers that Dr Larosa gave me to my questions.
Jeff Tyler
April 7th 2026
Jeff Tyler
April 7th 2026
Dr Larosa was kind and answered all of my questions really well. The nurses at the surgery center Lyndsay and Kristen also deserve a shoutout for their patience and kindness!
Gretchen Nichols
April 3rd 2026
Gretchen Nichols
April 3rd 2026
In November, I had left knee replacement surgery and yesterday I had right knee replacement surgery. Dr. LaRosa performed both and is an outstanding surgeon. The staff at the Surgery Center provided …
Linda Barber
April 2nd 2026
Linda Barber
April 2nd 2026
Dr larosa has performed knee and shoulder surgery on me with great results years ago. My entire family has had surgeries done by him with great outcomes. He listens and is very …
v b
April 1st 2026
v b
April 1st 2026
Dr LaRosa is fantastic. Very knowledgeable. Really cares about improving quality of life for his patients. Explains everything clearly
Peter Kilinski
March 27th 2026
Peter Kilinski
March 27th 2026
Dr. LaRosa is a great balance of being professional, caring and funny all at the same time.
Nate
March 24th 2026
Nate
March 24th 2026
The recent surgery was terrific. I was very happy with the result of this surgery.
Suzanne Canell
February 13th 2026
Suzanne Canell
February 13th 2026
Everyone was wonderful.
jean paparella
February 7th 2026
jean paparella
February 7th 2026
It is always nice to be treated with respect and dignity!
Therese DiGiacomo
February 3rd 2026
Therese DiGiacomo
February 3rd 2026