Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Djani Mensah Robertson
Dr. Djani Mensah Robertson is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery and advanced pediatric deformity. He is currently completing his residency at NYU Langone Health, where he was recognized with the Senior Resident Research Award for his work on adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Dr. Robertson has a distinguished academic record, including serving as a Dean’s Research Scholar at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and graduating Cum Laude from Rutgers University. He is an active researcher and presenter within the orthopedic community, having received numerous grants and honors from organizations such as the North American Spine Society (NASS) and the Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS). In addition to his clinical and research pursuits, Dr. Robertson has served as a team physician for collegiate basketball and wrestling programs.
Dr. Robertson’s clinical and research interests focus on complex spinal conditions and innovative surgical techniques:
- Pediatric Spine Deformity: Extensive research into adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, specifically regarding vertebral body tethering (VBT) and risk factors for tether breakage.
- Adult Spinal Deformity: Analyzing clinical outcomes, frailty status, and realignment goals in adult corrective surgeries.
- Cervical Spine Surgery: Focused on cervical disc arthroplasty, deformity correction, and optimizing fusion length.
- Robotics and Navigation: Investigating the accuracy and workflow of robot-assisted spine surgery and intraoperative CT-guided navigation.
- Commitment to timely and thorough report delivery
- Easy scheduling with quick appointment availability
- Comprehensive medical evaluations and detailed reports tailored to meet legal needs
Dr. Robertson has pursued advanced training at premier medical institutions across the United States:
- Fellowship – Advanced Pediatric Deformity: New York Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital, Columbia University (Expected 2026–2027).
- Fellowship – Spine Surgery: San Diego Spine Fellowship, San Diego, CA (Expected 2025–2026).
- Residency – Orthopedic Surgery: NYU Langone Health, New York, NY (2020–Present).
- Doctor of Medicine (MD): Keck School of Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA (2015–2020).
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biological Sciences: Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ (2011–2015).
Dr. Robertson’s experience spans clinical leadership, sports medicine, and international volunteerism:
- Resident Physician: Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health, involving surgical training and curriculum review committee service.
- Team Physician: Provided medical coverage for Long Island University and New York University basketball and wrestling teams.
- Clinical Volunteer: Observed and assisted at FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital in Accra, Ghana.
- Academic Leadership: Served as Co-President of the Student Council at the Keck School of Medicine and as an Orthopedic Residency Fellowship Liaison.
- Journal Reviewer: Contributes to the peer-review process for the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medical Sciences.