University Orthopaedic Associates (UOA) announced that six of its surgeons have been named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors. The recognition places them among the top 7% of licensed physicians nationwide, as selected by Castle Connolly's physician-led research team based on peer nominations and rigorous criteria including medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories.
The recognized physicians are Hesham Abdelfattah, MD; Christopher Doumas, MD; David A. Harwood, MD; Timothy P. Leddy, MD; James T. Monica, MD; and Kenneth G. Swan, Jr., MD. All are board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons with UOA, a practice that has provided comprehensive musculoskeletal care in New Jersey for five decades. As part of OrthoNJ, the state's largest orthopaedic group, these physicians operate with a commitment to clinical excellence, medical education, and community wellness.
UOA's team treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including traumatic orthopedic injuries, degenerative joint diseases, sports-related injuries, spinal disorders, fractures, hand and upper extremity conditions, and complex deformities. They perform advanced interventions such as joint replacements for the ankle, hip, knee, and shoulder; robotic-assisted knee replacement; spine surgeries and motion-preserving disc replacements; hand, wrist, and upper extremity reconstructions; minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures; and complex fracture fixation and trauma reconstruction.
The practice enhances patient care through integrated on-site features including advanced diagnostics, high-resolution imaging, dedicated physical therapy, hand and occupational rehabilitation, and sports performance training. For outpatient procedures, UOA partners with the University Center for Ambulatory Surgery (UCAS) in Somerset, recognized on the U.S. News & World Report “Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers” list and featuring advanced, opioid-sparing pain management protocols.
Beyond clinical duties, the physicians hold academic appointments at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, contributing to medical education and clinical research. They serve as official orthopaedic consultants and team physicians for Princeton University, Rutgers University, Rider University, the Somerset Patriots, and multiple local high schools.
The Castle Connolly Top Doctors list is published at castleconnolly.com and in various print and online partner publications. Doctors do not pay to be selected, ensuring the recognition reflects peer-based merit. For leaders in business and technology, this announcement underscores the importance of specialized medical expertise and integrated care models in driving patient outcomes and regional healthcare quality.
