Dr. Rohit Hasija, MD, MBA, MS, FACS

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Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Rohit Hasija, who serves patients in Elmhurst, New York.

Recognized as a leader in the field of orthopedic surgery, Dr. Hasija is the Medical Director of The Hip & Knee Center at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst. As such, he regularly huddles with the various Center teams to ensure continuous improvement in the process, from the patient’s first consultation in the Orthopedic Clinic to the patient’s rehabilitation after surgery.

The Hip and Knee Center at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst is a specialized orthopedic practice founded with the goal of restoring mobility and quality of life to individuals with hip and knee joints that no longer function properly and cause difficulty in day to day activities. Their expert team of an orthopedic surgeon, rehabilitation doctor, physician assistant, physical therapist, occupational therapist, and social worker work together with each patient to develop an individualized plan that encourages a speedy recovery and ensures a high functioning joint. They pride themselves in delivering efficient and high quality care for the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of arthritic conditions.

Under his leadership, Dr. Hasija and a core group of physicians championed Elmhurst’s aspirations to achieve The Joint Commission (TJC) Advanced Certification in Total Hip and Knee Surgery, working tirelessly for more than a year to meet certification requirements, ensure a patient experience that is streamlined, and provide high-quality care. Eventually, the new Hip and Knee Center at Elmhurst exceeded national and TJC standards.

In addition to his surgery responsibilities, Dr. Hasija enjoys his role as a clinical educator, teaching doctors and training other clinicians and ancillary staff who support his patients and work. He also provides education to the outside community, answering questions about hip and knee surgery at local library presentations, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Regarding his educational background, Dr. Hasija earned his medical degree from the Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi, India. A strong believer in continuous learning, he is presently working towards completing an MBA/MS in Healthcare Leadership at Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management and the Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Science. 

With this advanced degree and his consistent drive for superior performance, Dr. Hasija will be even better equipped to take on future leadership opportunities and contribute towards the growth of NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst.

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

On a more personal note, Dr. Hasija speaks both English and Hindi.

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