Dr. Michael Fu stands as a distinguished orthopedic surgeon and shoulder specialist at the renowned HSS Sports Medicine Institute. His position as Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College further cements his authority in the field. For individuals seeking unparalleled care for shoulder conditions, Doctor Fu brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to comprehensive patient care.
With extensive expertise spanning the entire spectrum of shoulder pathology, Doctor Fu provides both broad and in-depth care. His approach ensures that patients receive continuous and well-rounded treatment, from initial diagnosis to long-term recovery. Whether you are a young athlete facing shoulder instability or a senior dealing with shoulder arthritis, Doctor Fu possesses the experience to guide you toward optimal health. His dedication extends to athletes across all levels; he has served as a team physician for prestigious organizations including the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox, DePaul University, and New York City’s PSAL, demonstrating his trusted care for athletes’ shoulder health.
Beyond sports-related and traumatic injuries, Doctor Fu’s specialization encompasses degenerative shoulder conditions. Rotator cuff tears and shoulder arthritis are within his areas of focused expertise. He is proficient in a range of surgical interventions, from minimally invasive shoulder arthroscopy to complex shoulder reconstruction, including shoulder replacement. Doctor Fu’s specialized knowledge of the shoulder joint allows him to offer patients a complete array of treatment options. These range from non-operative strategies and biologics to both minimally invasive and open surgical procedures, tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Doctor Fu’s impressive credentials include an orthopedic surgery residency at HSS, and specialized fellowship training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush program in Chicago. Seeking global perspectives, he further honed his skills with European experts at the Centre Orthopédique Santy in Lyon, France, and the Nice Shoulder Institute in Nice, France. This international training enriches his practice with diverse and advanced techniques in shoulder care.
Academically, Doctor Fu’s foundation is exceptionally strong. He graduated summa cum laude in chemical engineering from Columbia University, earning induction into the Tau Beta Pi engineering honor society and receiving the prestigious George Vincent Wendell Memorial Medal. He continued his academic pursuits at Yale University, completing a combined MD and Master of Health Science (MHS) program focused on clinical outcomes research, highlighting his commitment to evidence-based practice.
Doctor Fu actively contributes to the medical community, serving on the Editorial Board of Arthroscopy and as a peer reviewer for leading journals such as the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery and the American Journal of Sports Medicine. His extensive research is reflected in numerous peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international meetings.
Born in British Hong Kong and raised in Toronto, Canada, Doctor Fu brings a global perspective to his practice. For more detailed information on Doctor Fu’s practice, treatment philosophies, and specific shoulder conditions, please visit www.michaelfumd.com. Discover how Doctor Fu’s expertise can help you regain shoulder health and function.
