New York Spine Institute Surgeons Named Castle Connolly Top Doctors for 2026

Alexandre B. de Moura, MD, and Timothy T. Roberts, MD, orthopaedic spine surgeons at New York Spine Institute, have been named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors, marking the first time they have received this esteemed designation. Only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are chosen each year as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their regions, according to the announcement.

Dr. de Moura and Dr. Roberts specialize in treating a broad range of spinal conditions, including degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, high-grade spondylolisthesis, herniated discs, spinal cord compression, vertebral tumors, and adult spine trauma. Key procedures they perform include Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF), Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF), Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LLIF), Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF), pedicle screw fixation, posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion, laminectomy, total disc replacement, and revision surgery.

The New York Spine Institute features comprehensive on-site diagnostics and treatment options, including advanced digital imaging, post-operative rehabilitation resources, and coordinated multi-specialty care pathways designed to streamline the patient experience from diagnosis through recovery. The recognition of Drs. de Moura and Roberts underscores the institute's commitment to high-quality spine care.

Dr. de Moura earned his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School, completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Temple University Hospital, and a fellowship in spine surgery at NYU Medical Center. He serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the NYU School of Medicine and has authored numerous multi-center clinical trials on lumbar arthrodesis.

Dr. Roberts received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine, completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Albany Medical College, and a spine surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health and an expert peer reviewer for prominent publications including Spine and The Spine Journal. Both physicians are board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team. The list is published at castleconnolly.com and in partner publications. Nominations are open to all board-certified MDs, DOs, and DPMs, and selection is based on criteria including medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors do not and cannot pay to be selected.

This recognition is significant for the Texas medical community as it highlights the caliber of specialists available at institutions like New York Spine Institute, which may serve as a model for Texas-based spine centers. For readers, this news emphasizes the importance of seeking care from recognized experts when dealing with complex spinal conditions, potentially improving patient outcomes and recovery experiences.