Dr. Sommer Hammoud, MD

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Get to know Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Sommer Hammoud, who serves patients throughout the State of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Hammoud is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in sports-related injuries of the female athlete. Her clinical interests include anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions, multi-ligament knee injuries, knee meniscus tears, shoulder instability and labral tears, as well as rotator cuff repair.  

In practice with the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, she sees patients at the offices in Bensalem, Blue Bell, Center City, and Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. She also performs surgical procedures at Jefferson Surgery Center – Blue Bell & Rothman Orthopaedic Speciality Hospital.

Alongside her clinical role, Dr. Hammoud serves as an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University. 

Specializing in sports related injuries of the knee, shoulder and elbow, she is a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Orthopaedic Research Society, the Arthroscopy Association of North America (Fellow Member), the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (Fellow Member), and the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society (Fellow Member). In addition, she is affiliated with Riverview Surgery Center, Vincera Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, and Riddle Hospital.

Upon graduating with her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, Dr. Hammond went on to earn her medical degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She then performed her internship in general surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, her residency in orthopaedic surgery at Hospital for Special Surgery, and her fellowship in sports medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. During her fellowship, she served as an assistant team physician in the care of the Boston Red Sox, New England Revolution, and Boston Bruins as well as served as the head team physician for Curry College athletics.

Holding certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support, she is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopaedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopaedic surgeons.

Orthopaedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.

Among Dr. Hammoud’s most notable achievements include Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2016, 2017, 2018), Patients’ Choice Award (2017, 2018), and On-Time Doctor Award (2017, 2018).

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Sommer Hammoud, MD, is a Top orthopedic Surgeon with Rothman Orthopaedics in Pennsylvania

Sommer Hammoud, MD, is a top orthopedic surgeon who lends his skills and expertise to serve patients at Rothman Orthopaedics in Bensalem, Blue Bell, Center City, and Willow Grove, PA. Dr. Hammoud additionally serves as Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College Jefferson in Philadelphia, PA. She can also be found on staff at Riverview Surgery Center, the Vincera Institute, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, and Riddle Hospital. Dr. Hammoud additionally performs surgical procedures at Rothman Orthopedic Specialty Hospital and Jefferson Surgery Center – Blue Bell. For more information about Dr. Sommer Hammoud, please visit https://rothmanortho.com/physicians/sommer-hammoud-md.

With ten years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician, Dr. Hammoud specializes in sports related injuries of the knee, shoulder, and elbow. Clinically, she shows a particular interest in multi-ligament knee injuries, anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions, shoulder instability, knee meniscus tears, rotator cuff repair, and labral tears. Dr. Hammoud has a special interest in sports-related injuries of the female athlete. Upon completing her sports medicine fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA, she served as an assistant team physician in the care of the Boston Red Sox, New England Revolution, and Boston Bruins. She was also the head team physician for Curry College athletics. For more information about Dr. Sommer Hammoud, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/1768613-Sommer-Hammoud-Orthopedist.

Sommer Hammoud, MD, attended The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD, and received her medical degree in 2006. Furthermore, she conducted her internship at NYP Hospital, followed by her orthopedic surgery residency at The Hospital for Special Surgery (2011). In addition, Dr. Hammoud completed her fellowship training in sports medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. In addition, she received board certification in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hammoud holds additional certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support. She maintains active professional memberships with the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Orthopaedic Research Society. For more information about Dr. Sommer Hammoud, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/1768613-Sommer-Hammoud-Orthopedist.

Dr. Sommer Hammoud the status of Fellow Member with the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society. In addition to his medical degree, she holds a Bachelor of Science degree acquired at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine. Over the years, vitals.com has honored her with several recognitions, including the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2016, 2017, 2018), the Patients’ Choice Award (2017, 2018), and the On-Time Doctor Award (2017, 2018). For more information about Dr. Sommer Hammoud, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/sommer-hammoud-2a7689162.


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