Dr. Alexander Rabinovich earned his Bachelor of Science (Bsc) degree in Kinesiology and Health Science from York
University, followed by a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Orthopaedic Surgery degrees at McMaster University. Following
his residency, Dr. Rabinovich completed an accredited orthopaedic surgery fellowship at Baylor University Medical
Center (Dallas, Texas, USA) in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Rabinovich is a registered Orthopaedic Surgeon in the province of Ontario and a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeon of Canada (FRCSC). Dr. Rabinovich is a member in good standing of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and the Canadian Medical Protective Agency (CMPA). In addition, Dr. Rabinovich is a member of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA), Canadian Medical Association (CMA), Ontario Medical Association (OMA), Ontario Orthopaedic Association (OOA), American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), Canadian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (COFAS), and the Canadian Society of Medical Evaluators (CSME).
Dr. Rabinovich specializes in adult and paediatric general orthopaedics with a subspecialty in extremity reconstructive surgery, and has been in practice since 2009. Dr. Rabinovich is an Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) at McMaster University educating and training medical students, residents, physician assistants and surgical fellows. Dr. Rabinovich has a passion for orthopaedic research and continues to publish on various topics.
Dr. Rabinovich has a special interest in foot and ankle care, and is affiliated with the Foot and Ankle Institute at the Hamilton Foot Clinic in treating patients with musculoskeletal conditions of the foot and ankle, complex deformities, diabetic foot problems, arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, fasciitis and neurological disorders.
Dr. Rabinovich is a member of the Canadian Society of Medical Evaluators and has years experience with Orthopaedic medical legal assessments. If you require an independent medical examination (IME) or an Orthopaedic medical-legal consultation please contact our office.
Dr. Rabinovich is passionate about Regenerative Orthopaedic Medicine and providing cutting-edge care for patients by using advanced techniques, such as:
Image Guided Injections
- Platelet Rich Plasma
- Viscosupplementation
- Corticosteroid
- Botulinum Toxin
- Prolotherapy (15-25% Dextrose)
- Hyaluronidase
- Sclerosing Therapy
Radiofrequency Ablation
Leading-edge microsurgical procedures
- Nerve Hydrodissection
- Tendon Scraping
- Microtenotomy
- Tendon Hydrodissection
- Hydrodilatation
Advanced Therapies
- Physical Therapy
- Massage Therapy
- Shockwave Therapy
- Laser Therapy
- Ultrasound Therapy
Custom bracing and splinting
Dr. Rabinovich has dedicated his career to providing the most effective treatments to musculoskeletal conditions, from a surgical and non-surgical approach. By working collaboratively with his patients and a multidisciplinary team of healthcare providers, Dr. Rabinovich is able to provide patients exceptional care in a timely fashion.
Publications By Dr. Alexander Rabinovich
- (2024) - Automatic Radar-Based Step Length Measurement in the Home for Older Adults Living with Frailty
- (2024) - Exploring the perspectives of older adults who are pre-frail and frail to identify interventions to reduce sedentary behaviour and improve mobility: A thematic content analysis
- (2024) - Mapping sedentary behaviour (MAPS-B) in winter and spring using wearable sensors, indoor positioning systems, and diaries in older adults who are pre-frail and frail: A feasibility longitudinal study
- (2024) - Step length measurement in the wild using FMCW radar
- (2023) - The Geras virtual frailty rehabilitation program to build resilience in older adults with frailty during COVID-19: a randomized feasibility trial
- (2019) - Combined intra-articular injection of corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid reduces pain compared to hyaluronic acid alone in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis
- (2014) - Charcot arthropathy of the foot and ankle in patients with idiopathic neuropathy
- (2013) - Charcot arthropathy of the foot and ankle associated with rheumatoid arthritis
- (2010) - Conservative treatment can be efficacious in treatment of Charcot arthropathy
- (2009) - Matrix Metalloproteinase Activity in the Stromal Cell of Giant Cell Tumor of Bone
- (2005) - Outcomes of intramedullary nail fixation through the olecranon apophysis in skeletally immature forearm fractures
- (2004) - Varicose Veins, Port-Wine Stains, and Bony & Soft Tissue Hypertrophy: Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber Syndrome
Ongoing Studies
- Early Effect of Cingal® Compared to Monovisc® in Patients With Osteoarthritis of the Knee (EEFFEK)
- A Prospective Evaluation of the Cingal Injection for Hip Osteoarthritis (ECHO)
- Hyaluronic Acid for Soft Tissue Injuries (SAFE)
- Custom Orthotic with a Rigid Morton’s Extension for First Metatarsophalangeal Joint (MTPJ) Osteoarthritis (OA): A Prospective Study
- Evaluation Cohort Study of Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis (ECKO): An Observational Study
- Is there a ‘Doug Henning Placebo Effect’ Associated With Platelet Rich Plasma Knee Injections for Osteoarthritis? A Blinded, Randomized, Controlled Trial
- Light Therapy Effectively Reduces Onychomycosis and Promotes Healthy Nail Growth Even in Severely Affected Toenails: A Longitudinal Cohort Study
- Cooled Radiofrequency Ablation (COOLIEF) for Patients with Pain after Total Knee Arthroplasty
- PainTrace® Research Outcomes Validated Pain Evaluation (P.R.O.V.E.) - A Prospective Study of 30 Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis
- The reliability and validity of a non-wearable indoor positioning system to assess mobility in older adults: A cross-sectional study
- Mapping context of sedentary behaviour in older adults who are pre-frail and frail: An analysis of secondary outcomes from a longitudinal study (MAPS-B)