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
The best in the state
Phoenix Del Mar
June 5th 2026
Phoenix Del Mar
June 5th 2026
His office has been great I had rotator cuff surgery and right from the beginning everyone has been very helpful. Dr. LaRosa took the time to explain everything to me even after …
Stacy Peek
June 5th 2026
Stacy Peek
June 5th 2026
I am absolutely happy with Dr. LaRosa! An Excellent human being, and a Wonderful Surgeon/Physician! I have total Trust with his expertise and his patient kindness and understanding with what his patients …
Carolyn Giacomini
June 3rd 2026
Carolyn Giacomini
June 3rd 2026
Another good experience with Dr Larosa at OrthoNY
Jim Jennings
June 2nd 2026
Jim Jennings
June 2nd 2026
Dr. LaRosa and his OrthoNY staff made my right knee replacement a very successful experience. The strength and flexibility have returned as I had hoped. I highly recommend their skilled care.
Richard Hasenauer
May 22nd 2026
Richard Hasenauer
May 22nd 2026
Dr. LaRosa is a great, carrying doctor. Hee explained my problem. He made suggestions on how too proceed. I highly recommend him.
David DeCarlo
May 19th 2026
David DeCarlo
May 19th 2026
Dr larosa. Repaired my shoulder which was pretty badly torn. He put everything back together and now I am better than new. He is a great doctor and I would highly recommend …
Kevin Valder
May 15th 2026
Kevin Valder
May 15th 2026
Always treated with the utmost respect! Everyone is warm and welcoming. Wanted to have my other knee done before Dr LaRosa retires.
Ann Jablonski
May 13th 2026
Ann Jablonski
May 13th 2026
Friendly, efficient. Dr LaRosa was great.
Patricia leblanc
May 9th 2026
Patricia leblanc
May 9th 2026
My appointment was on time and Dr LaRosa is a great doctor. I’m glad I used him.
Terry Thomas
May 6th 2026
Terry Thomas
May 6th 2026