NYU Langone Health | United States
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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Armin Arshi began his academic journey with distinction, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering from UCLA in 2012. He complemented his technical depth with a specialization in Materials Science and Engineering. Driven by a passion for medicine and innovation, he pursued his Doctor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, earning membership in the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AΩA) Honor Medical Society and receiving multiple academic awards for excellence in research and leadership.
🏥 Professional Endeavors
Following medical school, Dr. Arshi underwent rigorous Orthopaedic Surgery residency training at UCLA, where he served as Administrative Chief Resident. He then pursued a Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, a globally respected hub for joint replacement. His clinical career has included prominent roles as Attending Orthopaedic Surgeon at NYU Langone Health and currently at Beach Orthopaedic Specialty Institute and UCI Health in California. As an Assistant Professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, he has shaped orthopedic education and research.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Arshi’s research spans joint arthroplasty, surgical outcomes, infection control, and implant biomechanics. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in elite journals like The Journal of Arthroplasty and Arthroplasty Today, addressing topics from patient follow-up to periprosthetic joint infection and predictive modeling. His innovative studies have earned recognition at prestigious meetings including AAOS, NASS, and Western Orthopaedic Association. He has also contributed to surgical literature through influential book chapters and national guidelines.
🏅 Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Arshi’s excellence has been honored with the Stafford L. Warren Medal (UCLA’s highest medical school award), numerous resident research awards, and national research prizes, including the NIH DEBUT Competition and Howard Hughes Fellowships. His leadership in orthopedics is further affirmed through roles on editorial boards of major journals and review panels, demonstrating both scientific rigor and peer respect.
🌍 Impact and Influence
With a keen focus on evidence-based medicine, Dr. Arshi’s work has impacted clinical decision-making in joint replacement, particularly in VTE prophylaxis, return-to-sport protocols, and implant longevity. His efforts to understand disparities in patient outcomes and enhance surgical education have made significant strides in advancing personalized orthopedic care. He is a thought leader committed to improving both technical standards and patient experiences.
🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions
Poised at the intersection of clinical mastery and academic excellence, Dr. Arshi is a rising force in orthopaedics. His commitment to innovation, mentorship, and multidisciplinary collaboration positions him to be a lasting influence in orthopedic surgery and medical education. As he continues to lead in surgery, research, and institutional quality initiatives, his legacy will shape the next generation of joint reconstruction techniques and orthopedic leaders.
Publications
📄 Patient characteristics associated with loss to follow-up after total joint arthroplasty
• Authors: Ruff G, Sarfraz A, Lawrence KW, Arshi A, Rozell JC, Schwarzkopf R
• Journal: Journal of Arthroplasty
• Year: 2025
📄 Risk of early manipulation in cemented versus cementless total knee arthroplasty: analysis of the American Joint Replacement Registry
• Authors: Schaffler B, Zaniletti I, Arshi A, De M, Schwarzkopf R, Rozell JC
• Journal: Journal of Arthroplasty
• Year: 2025
📄 Why do total joint arthroplasties get canceled on the day of surgery?
• Authors: Sandoval CG, Katzman JL, Connolly P, Grossman EL, Arshi A, Schwarzkopf R
• Journal: Journal of Arthroplasty
• Year: 2025
📄 Total joint arthroplasty patients from distressed communities return to sports and physical activities at lower rates
• Authors: Cozzarelli NF, Khan IA, Arshi A, Sherman MB, Fillingham YA
• Journal: Journal of Arthroplasty
• Year: 2025
📄 Aseptic tibial loosening is associated with thickness of the cement: a radiographic case-control study
• Authors: Schaffler B, Robin JX, Katzman J, Arshi A, Rozell JC, Schwarzkopf R
• Journal: Journal of Arthroplasty
• Year: 2024