Two NY Spine Surgeons Named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors

Two orthopaedic spine surgeons from the New York Spine Institute, Alexandre B. de Moura, MD, and Timothy T. Roberts, MD, have been named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors, marking their first year receiving this prestigious recognition. Castle Connolly Top Doctors represent only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians, selected annually for their specialties in their regions. Dr. de Moura and Dr. Roberts specialize in treating a wide 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. They perform key procedures such as 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 offers comprehensive, on-site diagnostics and treatment options, including advanced digital imaging, post-operative rehabilitation resources, and coordinated multi-specialty care pathways to streamline the patient experience from diagnosis through recovery. Dr. de Moura earned his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School, completed his residency at Temple University Hospital, and a spine surgery fellowship at NYU Medical Center. Dr. Roberts earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine, completed his residency at Albany Medical College, and a spine surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. Both physicians are board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and maintain active academic roles, with Dr. de Moura serving as Assistant Clinical Professor at NYU School of Medicine and Dr. Roberts as Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Langone Health. They are also peer reviewers for prominent spine publications.

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are nominated by peer physicians and selected by a physician-led research team. Castle Connolly publishes its Top Doctors list at castleconnolly.com and in various partner publications. Doctors cannot pay to be selected, ensuring the integrity of the recognition. This honor underscores the expertise and dedication of Dr. de Moura and Dr. Roberts in advancing spine care.