Ramin John Espandar, MD

Biography

Ramin J. Espandar, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in pediatric orthopaedics, sports medicine, and foot and ankle surgery. He received his medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, where he also completed his orthopaedic surgery residency. He subsequently served on the faculty at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, advancing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor. Dr. Espandar has pursued advanced fellowship training in pediatric orthopaedics, sports medicine, foot and ankle surgery, and orthopaedic trauma in the United States and Europe. He completed two years of fellowship training in pediatric orthopaedics at Nemours Children’s Health and is currently completing a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University. Throughout his career, Dr. Espandar has maintained a strong commitment to clinical care, resident and medical student education, research, and international collaboration. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. His clinical and academic interests include pediatric orthopaedics, sports medicine, foot and ankle surgery, medical education, and clinical research.

Education

Fellowship 2026, Sports Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University
Fellowship 2025, Pediatric Orthopedic, Wolfson Children's Hospital
Fellowship 2024, Pediatric Orthopedic, Nemours Children's Hospital
Fellowship 2021, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Harbor UCLA
Residency 2000, Orthopaedic Surgery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Internship 1992, Tehran University of Medical Sciences
MD 1992, Tehran University of Medical Sciences
MD 1992, Tehran University of Medical Sciences