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 prestigious 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 Castle Connolly. This recognition underscores their commitment to advancing spine care and improving patient outcomes.
Dr. de Moura and Dr. Roberts specialize in 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 at New York Spine Institute. The institute offers comprehensive on-site diagnostics such as advanced digital imaging, post-operative rehabilitation resources, and coordinated multi-specialty care pathways designed to streamline the patient experience from diagnosis through recovery. Key procedures performed 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.
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, followed by a fellowship in spine surgery at NYU Medical Center. 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. Both physicians maintain active academic roles: Dr. de Moura 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 is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health and serves as an expert peer reviewer for publications such as Spine and The Spine Journal. Both are board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
The Castle Connolly Top Doctors selection process involves nominations by peer physicians and evaluation by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team. Doctors do not and cannot pay to be selected. The recognition of Dr. de Moura and Dr. Roberts not only honors their individual achievements but also highlights the quality of care provided at New York Spine Institute, reinforcing its reputation as a leading center for spinal treatment in the region.
