Orthopaedic Surgery
Upper Extremity Surgery
Shoulder and Elbow
Total Joint Replacement
Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine
Andrew D. Boltuch, DO
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Andrew Boltuch, DO is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery. He received his medical degree from NOVA Southeastern COM in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and went on to his Orthopedic Residency at Largo Medical Center. Dr. Boltuch furthered his shoulder and elbow training in Fellowship at the Holy Cross Orthopaedic Institute in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. After completing specialty training, he was accepted to the Alps Surgery Institute in Annecy, France, for an Advanced Arthroscopic Shoulder and Upper Extremity Fellowship with world-renowned surgeons Laurent and Thibault Lafosse.
Dr. Boltuch specializes in primary and complex surgeries of the upper extremity. This involves advanced reconstruction, arthroscopic, and open techniques to treat a wide range of pathology related to the upper limb. His practice includes the use of 3D imaging and cutting-edge preoperative planning software to customize total and reverse shoulder replacements unique to each patient’s particular needs.
He has authored multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals on the subjects of shoulder and hand surgery. He has presented research at national and international meetings and has received recognition for his work. Dr. Boltuch is an Associate Professor for the orthopedic residency program at Largo Medical Center. His involvement in teaching and orthopedic research is reflected by his evidence-based approach to treating non-surgical and surgical pathologies. Common conditions Dr. Boltuch treats include osteoarthritis, rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, tendonitis, tendon ruptures, carpal tunnel syndrome, and trigger finger.
He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO), American Association of Ringside Physicians (AARP), and is a candidate member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES). Dr. Boltuch is on staff at Largo Medical Center, Palms of Pasadena, St Anthony’s, Mease Countryside, Mease Dunedin, and Advent Health North Pinellas.
EDUCATION
Medical: Nova Southeastern College of Osetopathic Medicine Ft. Lauderdale, FL
TRAINING
Orthopedic Surgery Residency: Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL
Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship: Holy Cross Orthopaedic Institute, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Advanced Arthroscopic Shoulder and Upper Extremity Fellowship: Alps Surgery Institute, Annecy, France
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics